Castrum Et Oppidum Dulcis-aquae. Sancti Damiani Oppidum. Cartusia Astensis.

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"Castrum Et Oppidum Dulcis-aquae. Sancti Damiani Oppidum. Cartusia Astensis." is a historical map created by the Dutch cartographer Willem Blaeu. This work is part of Blaeu's extensive contributions to cartography and atlas production during the Golden Age of Dutch mapmaking in the 17th century. The map itself depicts three distinct areas: the castle and town of Dulcis-aquae (Sweet Waters), the town of Sancti Damiani (Saint Damian), and the Carthusian monastery of Astensis (Asti), providing a detailed view of these locations as understood during the time of its creation.

Willem Blaeu, born Willem Janszoon Blaeu (1571–1638), was a renowned cartographer, atlas maker, and publisher based in Amsterdam. He was one of the most notable figures in the history of cartography and his works, including atlases like "Atlas Maior," are celebrated for their accuracy, elaborate detail, and artistic quality. Blaeu's maps were based on meticulous research and were often decorated with elaborate cartouches, compass roses, and other embellishments that were typical of the period.

The map "Castrum Et Oppidum Dulcis-aquae. Sancti Damiani Oppidum. Cartusia Astensis." is likely to have been included in one of Blaeu's atlases, serving not only as a tool for navigation and geographical understanding but also as a work of art. The map would have been used by scholars, merchants, and navigators to gain insight into the geography of these specific areas in Italy.

As with many of Blaeu's maps, this piece would have been produced using copperplate engraving, a technique that allowed for fine detail and precision. The map would have been printed on high-quality paper and possibly hand-colored after printing, a common practice of the time to enhance the visual appeal of the map.

The significance of "Castrum Et Oppidum Dulcis-aquae. Sancti Damiani Oppidum. Cartusia Astensis." lies in its representation of the geographical knowledge of the time, as well as its embodiment of the artistic and scientific achievements of the Dutch Golden Age of cartography. It serves as an important historical document, providing insight into the landscape, settlements, and fortifications of the period.

Collectors and historians value such maps for their historical importance and the light they shed on the period's understanding of geography and place-making. Today, original prints of Blaeu's maps are highly sought after and are held in the collections of museums, libraries, and private collectors around the world.

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