This detailed plan of the ancient city of Syracuse, made by Joannem Faure in the 18th century, offers an accurate and historically significant depiction of one of the most important cities of south-eastern Sicily. The map illustrates the traditional urban layout of Syracuse, highlighting the main architectural structures, the ancient walls and the most important streets, from both the classical period and later times. The work stands out for its combination of cartographic precision and historical and archaeological interest, reflecting a thorough knowledge of the ancient city and the taste for detail typical of maps of that period.
Faure's plan belongs to the lively body of studies on ancient Syracuse produced during the 18th century, a time when the archaeological and historical remains of this historic city were being reappraised. Through this work it is possible to trace not only the geography of the city but also the cultural and monumental heritage that Syracuse preserved, offering a valuable tool for scholars and archaeology enthusiasts. The map is therefore a record of the rediscovery of classical antiquity in the Baroque period.
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Print on handmade Amalfi paper Sheet size: 29 x 42 cm (11.4 x 16.5 in) With frame: 31 x 44 cm (12.2 x 17.3 in) Material: artwork printed on very fine handmade Amalfi paper with deckled edges Frame: light brown beech wood and wood pulp, handmade
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