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Cresques Abraham: Facsimile of the Catalan Atlas. Leaves V and VI

Maritima museet i Barcelona, Barcelona · original 58 x 44 cm

Intricate medieval nautical charts from the 1375 Catalan Atlas by Abraham Cresques showcase vibrant global civilizations and detailed cartography, offering a rare glimpse into history for collectors to explore.

Visa det mest populära konstverket av Cresques Abraham rankad som nr 1: Facsimile of the Catalan Atlas. Leaves V and VI

Konstinriktning: Medieval Cartography
Färgpalett: Neutrals

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularitet: Nr 1 av 2 konstverk av Cresques Abraham
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

från$17039 × 26 cm Beställ detta konstverk

Samma storlek som originalet$21658 × 44 cm Beställ i originalstorlek

Catalan Atlas (1375) av Cresques Abraham

1375 · Naval Museum, Madrid

A detailed medieval world map on aged parchment, featuring intricate illustrations of empires and the first compass rose on a portolan chart.

Visa det mest populära konstverket av Cresques Abraham rankad som nr 2: Catalan Atlas

Konstinriktning: Gothic
Färgpalett: Pastels

Teknik: Handmålad olja på linnecanvas
Tillverkad av: Beställs av en utbildad konstnär
Popularitet: Nr 2 av 2 konstverk av Cresques Abraham
Leverans: Cirka 5 veckor över hela världen

från$22062 × 16 cm Beställ detta konstverk

Konstnären

Cresques Abraham

1325 – 1387

Snabbfakta

Top 3 worksFacsimile of the Catalan Atlas. Leaves V and VI, Catalan Atlas
Top-ranked workFacsimile of the Catalan Atlas. Leaves V and VI
Works on APS2
Museums on APSMaritima museet i Barcelona, Naval Museum
Born1325, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Died1387

Biografi

Early Life and Origins

Name: Cresques Abraham (his given name was actually Cresques, Abraham being his father's name)
Alternative Names: Eliça, son of Rabbi Abraham
Born: Palma de Mallorca, Spain, circa 1325
Died: 1387
Background: Cresques was born into a Jewish family in Majorca, then part of the Crown of Aragon. His grandfather, Vidal Cresques, was a prominent figure within the local Jewish community. The family’s involvement in cartography and related crafts likely began before his birth.

The Catalan Atlas and Cartographic Expertise

Major Work: Cresques is most renowned for his authorship of the Catalan Atlas, completed around 1375 in collaboration with his son, Jehuda Cresques.
Commissioned by: Prince John of Aragon, intended as a gift for Charles VI of France.
Content and Significance: The Catalan Atlas was more than just a map; it served as an encyclopedia of geographical, political, economic, and zoological information. It included the first incorporation of a compass rose on a portolan chart.
Cartographic Style: Cresques’s work combined practical navigational charts (portolans) with decorative elements and detailed illustrations. He demonstrated expertise in geography, astronomy, and navigation.

Influences and Development

Majorcan Cartographic School: Cresques was a leading member of the Majorcan cartographic school, which flourished during the 14th century. This school produced some of Europe’s finest nautical charts.
Jewish Tradition in Cartography: Jews played a significant role in medieval mapmaking and instrument creation, leveraging their skills in mathematics, astronomy, and international trade.
Arabic Influence: The cartographic traditions of the Islamic world likely influenced Cresques' work, particularly in terms of astronomical knowledge and map projections.

Legacy and Historical Significance

Pioneering Cartographer: Cresques is considered a pioneer in nautical cartography, contributing significantly to the development of accurate and detailed sea charts.
Impact on Navigation: His maps facilitated trade and exploration by providing sailors with reliable navigational tools.
Cultural Significance: The Catalan Atlas reflects the cultural and scientific advancements of 14th-century Europe, showcasing a blend of art, science, and commerce.
Family Legacy: Cresques’s son, Jehuda Cresques, continued his father's work and later became a cartographer in Portugal under Henry the Navigator, further extending the family’s influence on mapmaking.

Later Years and Conversion of His Son

Royal Protection: Cresques and his son received royal protection from Pedro IV of Aragon, including financial support and exemptions from certain regulations.
Jehuda's Conversion: Following anti-Jewish outbreaks in Spain in 1391, Jehuda converted to Christianity and changed his name to Jaime Ribes. He continued his cartographic work under the patronage of John I and later Martin of Aragon.
Mestre Jacome de Mallorca: Jehuda became known as Mestre Jacome de Mallorca and worked for Henry the Navigator in Portugal, contributing to Portuguese explorations along the African coast.

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