Civitates Orbis Terrarum

Discover the allure of art with our faithful reproduction of "Civitates Orbis Terrarum", originally brought to life by the talented Joris Hoefnagel. Unlike posters or prints, our hand-painted oil painting breathes an unique sense of depth and texture into your space. Every detail, every stroke, and every texture is meticulously recreated, paying the perfect homage to Joris Hoefnagel and his artistic vision.

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The "Civitates Orbis Terrarum" is a monumental work in the history of cartography and urban studies, created by the Flemish artist and cartographer Joris Hoefnagel, in collaboration with Georg Braun, a cleric from Cologne. Published in six volumes between 1572 and 1617, this extensive atlas is one of the most significant and comprehensive collections of city maps and views from the early modern period. The title, which translates to "Cities of the World," reflects its ambitious scope, aiming to provide a visual and descriptive record of the principal cities across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas during the Renaissance.

The project was initiated by Georg Braun, who served as the editor and principal compiler, while Joris Hoefnagel, along with other notable artists like Frans Hogenberg, contributed detailed and artistic engravings. The "Civitates Orbis Terrarum" includes over 500 bird's-eye views and maps, each accompanied by descriptive texts that provide historical, cultural, and economic insights into the depicted cities. These illustrations are not only valuable for their geographical accuracy but also for their artistic merit, capturing the architectural and urban characteristics of the period with remarkable precision and detail.

The atlas serves as a vital historical document, offering a glimpse into the urban landscapes of the 16th and early 17th centuries. It reflects the burgeoning interest in geography and exploration during the Renaissance, as well as the growing importance of cities as centers of trade, culture, and political power. The "Civitates Orbis Terrarum" remains a crucial resource for historians, geographers, and art historians, providing a rich visual and textual record of the world's cities at a time of significant global change and development.

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