Isola Cuba Descritta dal P. Mro. Coronelli Lettore Publica e Cosmografo della S.S. Republica di Venetia

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• ARTIST: Vicenzo Coronelli

• MEDIUM: Copper plate engraving

  DATE: c. 1692

• EDITION SIZE: 8 5/8 x 11 3/8" (21.7 x 29 cm) plus margins.

• DESCRIPTION: "Isola Cuba Descritta dal P. Mro. Coronelli Lettore Publico e Cosmografo della S.S. Repubblica di Venezia," was created by Vincenzo M. Coronelli in 1692. It offers a detailed portrayal of Cuba, showcasing its main island, surrounding islets, coastlines, and key navigational features, emphasizing Cuba's strategic importance in the Caribbean navigational and trade routes. The map is beautifully adorned with a title cartouche that features a pastoral scene of a shepherd tending his sheep and a cherub enjoying a glass of wine and grapes, symbolizing the fertility and richness of the region. This artistic embellishment highlights the cultural and economic prosperity associated with Cuba during the late 17th century, reflecting its significance in the colonial era.

• ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in a 10.75 x 14.25 inch archival mylar for handling.

• CONDITION: Good condition. Lower and right margin added. There is no loss of image. Black & white.

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• CATEGORIES: Maps , Canada, Mexico, Central & South America, and West Indies , West Indies and Caribbean