Western Pakistan and Afghanistan

ID: #4327 | Baroque | Architecture

The image is an old map that shows mountainous terrain with a series of undulating lines indicating the hilly terrain. The map is decorated with a border of geometric and floral motifs and in some parts there are blue seals or signs. A blue water surface is shown at the bottom and a text description is inserted in a circular medallion at the lower right, surrounded by decorative elements.

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Prevailing color of this fine art print is yellow and its shape is portrait. This image is printed on demand - you can choose material, size and finishing.

Egnazio Danti (1536-1586) Born to a wealthy family in Italy. He learned the basics of painting from his father, and later his aunt developed his talent. In 1555, he joined the Dominicans, where he devoted himself to not only philosophy and theology, but also to mathematics, astronomy and geography. As a scholar, he devoted himself to painting maps and map works. For four years, he also participated in the work on the large Guardaroba Globe. He also devoted himself to architecture. For example, he provided plans to build a church and monastery in Bosco Marengo in Piedmont. He designed an architectural element that allowed a narrow beam of light to enter the church at noon.