[Unitled Landcape] European Paintings Ornithological a few men appear to

a few men appear to be lowering the mast on a small vessel and walking on to the beach

Vincenzo Maria Coronelli (1650-1718)Territorio BrescianoEngraved map with original hand color in full and elaborate decorative borderVenice: c

The rich detail and decorative elements not only serve a functional purpose but also reflect the cartographic artistry that flourished in early modern Europe

the other initials are those of Johann Kamers (Camertius) in whose book the map appeared and (in monogram form) L A or Luca Alantses who paid for the production of the map

the connection of Sumatra to the terra australis was made by Jean Alfonse in 1544 and persisted into the 17th century despite exploration by Janszoon and others

[Unitled Landcape] European Paintings Ornithological a few men appear to[Untitled Landscape] Oil on canvas 5 1 2" x 8 3 4" canvas, 9 1 2" x 12 1 2" framed