Map of Lille from Civitates Orbis Terrarum

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The "Map of Lille from Civitates Orbis Terrarum" is a notable historical cartographic work that depicts the city of Lille, France. It was created by Joris Hoefnagel, a Flemish artist, miniaturist, and cartographer, as part of the six-volume city atlas "Civitates Orbis Terrarum," which was edited by Georg Braun and largely engraved by Franz Hogenberg. The atlas, often referred to as the "Braun & Hogenberg," was published in Cologne between 1572 and 1617 and is considered one of the most important works in the history of urban cartography.

Hoefnagel's contribution to the atlas, including the map of Lille, is significant for its detailed and artistic representation of the city. The map showcases Lille's layout, architecture, and fortifications during the late 16th century, providing a valuable snapshot of the urban landscape during the Renaissance period in Europe. The "Civitates Orbis Terrarum" was intended to complement Abraham Ortelius's "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum," the first modern atlas, and together these works offered a comprehensive view of the world's geography and cities as known to Europeans at the time.

The map of Lille is characterized by its intricate detail and accuracy, reflecting Hoefnagel's skill as both an artist and a cartographer. It serves not only as a tool for understanding the historical geography of Lille but also as an example of the aesthetic qualities that maps could possess during this era. The "Civitates Orbis Terrarum" as a whole is a testament to the collaboration between scholars, artists, and engravers in the production of knowledge and the dissemination of information during the late Renaissance. The map of Lille, as part of this influential atlas, remains an important artifact for historians, geographers, and art historians, offering insights into the urban development, cartographic practices, and visual culture of the time.

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