Map of Odense from Civitates Orbis Terrarum

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The "Map of Odense" from "Civitates Orbis Terrarum" is a notable historical cartographic work that depicts the city of Odense, located on the island of Funen in Denmark. This detailed map is part of a comprehensive city atlas, the "Civitates Orbis Terrarum," which was edited and published by Georg Braun and largely engraved by Franz Hogenberg, with contributions from Joris Hoefnagel, who was responsible for some of the later illustrations in the work. The "Civitates Orbis Terrarum," often referred to as the "Braun & Hogenberg," was produced in six volumes between 1572 and 1617 and is considered one of the most important sources for the study of urban cartography in the early modern period.

The "Map of Odense" is significant for its detailed representation of the urban landscape during the late 16th century, providing insights into the city's layout, architecture, and fortifications. It is an example of the intricate and decorative style characteristic of Renaissance cartography, combining both artistic and practical elements. The map not only served as a tool for navigation and urban planning but also as a work of art, reflecting the cultural and economic importance of Odense during the period.

As part of the "Civitates Orbis Terrarum," the "Map of Odense" contributes to the atlas's overall goal of documenting the major cities of the world. The atlas itself is historically significant as it was the first systematic collection of urban maps, predating even the more famous "Theatrum Orbis Terrarum" by Abraham Ortelius, which is considered the first modern atlas. The "Civitates" provided one of the most comprehensive views of urban life at the turn of the 17th century and remains a valuable resource for historians, geographers, and art historians.

The "Map of Odense" and the "Civitates Orbis Terrarum" are held in high esteem by collectors and institutions alike, and original prints of the map are considered rare and valuable artifacts. The work is also of particular interest to scholars of Danish history and those studying the development of cartography during the Renaissance.

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