10046 Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – Map of Cilicia, Cyprus, and Asia Minor – Woodcut (1550)
This woodcut contains two separate map panels detailing regions of Asia Minor and the Eastern Mediterranean, specifically covering the island of Cyprus and the southern coastal region of Cilicia. The print is characterized by the bold, slightly stylized woodcut technique of the early 16th century, displaying cities, mountains, and geographical features. The map was published in Sebastian Münster’s Cosmographia, a seminal work that cataloged the geography and history of the world.
Sebastian Münster was a German cartographer, cosmographer, and Hebrew scholar who was one of the most influential German scholars of the Renaissance. He is best known for his Cosmographia, which was the earliest German-language description of the world and one of the most widely circulated books of the 16th century. His works were instrumental in disseminating geographical knowledge and Renaissance ideals across Europe.
Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster
Dimensions: Approximately 36 cm x 23 cm
Medium: Woodcut
Date: 1550
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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