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Amerigo Vespucci, (1454-1512), 1912. Artist: Gaetano Grazzini
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Amerigo Vespucci, (1454-1512), 1912. Artist: Gaetano Grazzini
Amerigo Vespucci (1454-1512), Italian explorer, financier, navigator and cartographer, 1912. Vespucci first demonstrated that Brazil and the West Indies did not represent Asias eastern outskirts as initially thought by Columbus. This so called New World came to be called America, taking its name from Americus, the Latin version of Vespuccis first name. After a sculpture Gaetano Grazzini (1786-1858) which occupies one of the niches beneath the porticos of the Uffizi Gallery, Florence. Taken from A Book of Discovery, published by T. C. & E. C. Jack Ltd. 1912
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This print showcases the iconic Amerigo Vespucci, a renowned Italian explorer, financier, navigator, and cartographer. Created in 1912 by Gaetano Grazzini, this image captures the essence of Vespucci's significant contributions to world history. Vespucci played a crucial role in dispelling Christopher Columbus' misconception that Brazil and the West Indies were part of Asia's eastern outskirts. Instead, he proved that these lands constituted an entirely new continent which would later be named America after his Latinized first name Americus. The photograph is inspired by a sculpture created by Gaetano Grazzini in the early 19th century. The original sculpture can be found beneath the porticos of Florence's Uffizi Gallery. This print was taken from "A Book of Discovery" published by T. C. & E. C. Jack Ltd. , offering readers a glimpse into Vespucci's life and achievements. In this close-up shot, Amerigo Vespucci is depicted with great attention to detail as he stands against a plain white background. His hand rests on his chest while gesturing towards something out of frame, perhaps symbolizing his navigational prowess or pointing towards uncharted territories waiting to be explored. This remarkable image transports us back to the 15th century when brave explorers like Amerigo Vespucci charted unknown waters and expanded our understanding of the world we live in today.
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