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Osaro, 1590 (Manuscript)
7339638 Osaro, 1590 (Manuscript) by Millo, Antonio (fl.c.1590); 31x205 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Millo, Antonio
Bound sheet. Ms. Additional Places: Osor.
From an isolario (island book) of the Mediterranean with descriptions but no plans of other islands including Cuba, Sumatra, Iceland, England etc. Bound with an Italian treatise on navigation, Tuto quelo richiede a l'arte da navigar, and notes on the lodestone in English, in contemporary Venetian binding.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38410078
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This print of Osaro, 1590 (Manuscript) by Antonio Millo offers a glimpse into the intricate world of cartography in the 16th century. The bound sheet is part of an isolario, or island book, focusing on various locations in the Mediterranean including Osor.
The manuscript not only features detailed descriptions but also includes notes on navigation and the lodestone in English, providing valuable insights into maritime practices of the time. Bound with an Italian treatise on navigation, 'Tuto quelo richiede a l'arte da navigar', this piece showcases the fusion of art and science during this period.
The vibrant colors used in this manuscript bring to life the islands depicted within its pages, from Cuba to Sumatra to Iceland and beyond. Each page tells a story of exploration and discovery, offering a window into how these lands were perceived centuries ago.
As you study this print closely, you can appreciate the skill and craftsmanship that went into creating such a detailed map. It serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with geography and history, capturing a moment in time when new worlds were being discovered and mapped out for future generations to explore.
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