Map of Serravalle from Civitates Orbis Terrarum

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Map of Serravalle is a renowned cartographic artwork from the monumental city atlas Civitates Orbis Terrarum by Jorisefnagel (1542-1600). Published in six volumes between 1572 and 1617 by Georg Braun and Frans Hogenberg, Civitates Orbis Terrarum presents a comprehensive view of urban life during the 16th century. The Map of Serravalle is a valuable component of this collection, depicting the city located in modern-day Italy.

Serravalle, a medieval town situated in Northern Italy, is meticulously captured in this depiction, reflecting the topographical details, architectural elements, public spaces, and surrounding landscapes during the Renaissance era. Complemented by Hoefnagel's exceptional artistic skills, the detailed rendering of the fortified city, encompassing both bird’s eye and axial projections, offers a fascinating insight into the early urban planning and fortified architecture of the era.

As with other works within the Civitates Orbis Terrarum, the Map of Serravalle embodies the intertwined nature of art and science in the 16th century. It demonstrates Hoefnagel's skills not only as an artist but also as a cartographer and ethnographer. Besides the topographic realism, the map is known for its intricate embellishments in the form of the ornate bordering and the detailing of human figures, heraldic emblems, and other decorative elements, further highlighting Hoefnagel's artistic versatility.

Overall, the Map of Serravalle by Joris Hoefnagel is an invaluable resource for researchers in various fields, including art history, cartography, urban planning, and Renaissance studies. It remains a noteworthy specimen of 16th-century cartographic artwork from the influential publication, Civitates Orbis Terrarum.

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