Amerigo Vespucci (1454-1512)
Adriaen Collaert (Antwerp c.1560 - Antwerp 1618)
Category
Art / Prints
Date
1551 - 1600
Materials
paper
Measurements
220 x 290 mm
Collection
Calke Abbey, Derbyshire
NT 286354
Summary
Engraving, Amerigo Vespucci (1454-1512) by Adriaen Collaert (Antwerp c.1560 - Antwerp 1618). An engraving, probably 17th century, showing Americus Vespuccius Florentinus on his ship discovering America. He stands in the bow of the ship holding a compass, his armour by his side. Several gods and symbolic figures arise from the sea around him. Latin inscription underneath. Contemporary inscription on the back. Cut to plate mark and paper stuck to top edge.
Makers and roles
Adriaen Collaert (Antwerp c.1560 - Antwerp 1618), engraver (printmaker)