Vespucius off the Americas coast, artwork
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Vespucius off the Americas coast, artwork
Vespucius off the Americas coast. Artwork of the Italian explorer Americus Vespucius (1454-1512) on his ship, off the coast of South America. In 1499, Vespucius followed Columbuss tracks to the New World, where he explored the coast of South America. These explorations allowed him to demonstrate that the land was not part of Asia, but a previously-unknown fourth continent. In 1507 the German mapmaker Martin Waldseemuller printed the first map that used the name America for the New World, named after Americus Vespucius. Iluustration by J. Stradan, Netherlands, 1521
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1500s Age Of Discovery Age Of Exploration America Amerigo Vespucci Atlantic Ocean Cartographer Coast Exploration Explorer Italian Merchant Navigation New World Ship South America South American Surname V Americus Vespucius Mermaid Merman Mono Chrome
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This print showcases an exquisite artwork titled "Vespucius off the Americas coast". Created by J. Stradan in the Netherlands back in 1521, this monochrome illustration depicts the renowned Italian explorer Americus Vespucius on his ship, sailing along the South American coastline. Intriguingly, Vespucius embarked on his expedition in 1499, following Christopher Columbus's trail to the New World. His explorations along the South American coast brought forth a groundbreaking revelation - that this vast land was not part of Asia as previously believed but an entirely unknown fourth continent. The significance of Vespucius's discoveries is immortalized further through Martin Waldseemuller's pioneering map printed in 1507. This cartographic masterpiece marked the first time that the name "America" was used for this uncharted territory, paying homage to Americus Vespucius himself. As we delve into this historical artwork, we are transported back to a time when brave explorers like Vespucius ventured into uncharted waters and unraveled mysteries of our world. The detailed depiction captures both human and mythological elements such as mermaids and mermen amidst their maritime journey across the Atlantic Ocean. This print serves as a powerful testament to humanity's insatiable thirst for knowledge and discovery during what is known as the Age of Exploration or Discovery. It reminds us of Amerigo Vespucci's pivotal role in reshaping our understanding of geography while honoring his legacy as one of history's most influential figures.
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