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MARINERS SIGHTING, 1557. Mariners sighting on a star with a cross-staff (left)
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MARINERS SIGHTING, 1557. Mariners sighting on a star with a cross-staff (left)
MARINERS SIGHTING, 1557.
Mariners sighting on a star with a cross-staff (left) and on the sun with an astrolabe. German woodcut, 1557
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1557 Age Of Exploration Astrolabe Celestial Crescent Fish Journey Mast Navigation Navigator Observe Ocean Rigging Sailing Sailing Ship Sailor Star Sunface Tool Cross Staff
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MARINERS SIGHTING, 1557 - Navigating the Celestial Seas
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. This print takes us back to the Age of Exploration in 1557, where mariners embarked on perilous journeys across uncharted waters. In this German woodcut, we witness a sailor sighting on a star using a cross-staff on the left side of the image. This ancient tool allowed sailors to measure angles and determine their latitude at sea. But that's not all! On the right side, another mariner is seen observing the sun with an astrolabe, a sophisticated instrument used for celestial navigation during Renaissance times. These brave navigators relied on these tools to guide them through vast oceans and unknown territories. The intricate details of this woodcut showcase various elements essential to maritime travel - from rigging and masts that held sturdy sails against strong winds, to crescent-shaped fish symbolizing abundant marine life encountered along their voyages. As we gaze upon this historic artwork, we are transported into an era defined by curiosity and bravery. It reminds us of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and adventure. Let this image serve as a reminder of our ancestors' remarkable achievements in exploration and how they paved the way for future generations to conquer new horizons both on land and at sea.
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