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Engraving of St. Gallen and its Monastery, from Civitates Orbis Terrarum (1575)
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Description of the Engraving: Braun & Hogenberg’s "S. Galli Opp. et Monasterium Heluetiorum" from Civitates Orbis Terrarum (1575)
This is an original, hand-colored copper engraving from Braun & Hogenberg's monumental work, Civitates Orbis Terrarum, published in 1575.
The engraving depicts a detailed bird’s-eye view of the Swiss town of St. Gallen ("S. Galli Opp."), including the famous St. Gall Monastery ("Monasterium Heluetiorum").
It is a striking representation of the city during the late Renaissance period, showcasing its layout, surrounding countryside, and architectural highlights.
Key Features:
1. View of St. Gallen:
- The engraving presents St. Gallen, a town located in northeastern Switzerland, with a perspective that highlights the city's medieval walls, winding streets, and prominent religious structures.
- The city is dominated by large towers and spires, including the tall spires of churches, with the St. Gall Abbey being one of the most prominent buildings. The abbey was an important center of learning and culture in medieval Europe, known for its library and religious influence.
2. Surrounding Countryside:
- The landscape surrounding the town is lush with fields, vineyards, and orchards, indicating the agricultural economy that sustained the town. Farmers are seen tending to their fields, and travelers on horseback can be spotted along the main roads leading into the city.
- The engraving includes pastoral scenes, with people walking on the roads, horse-drawn carts, and citizens engaging in daily activities.
3. Citizens in Traditional Dress:
- In the foreground of the engraving, two figures dressed in traditional Swiss costumes are depicted, adding a human element to the scene. The costumes reflect the local fashion of the time, providing a glimpse into the region’s cultural identity during the 16th century.
4. Architectural Detail:
- The town’s fortifications are clearly visible, with well-defined city walls, gates, and towers that provided defense for the medieval city. The layout of the city streets, which follow a maze-like pattern typical of medieval urban design, is rendered with precision.
- Churches and other important buildings are easily distinguishable by their larger size and placement within the city center.
5. Cartouche and Latin Text:
- At the bottom left of the engraving is an **ornate cartouche** with Latin text that provides a brief description of St. Gallen. The cartouche adds an artistic and historical flourish to the map, a typical feature of Renaissance cartography.
- The text reads: “S. GALLI OPP. et Monasterium Heluetiorum, assente Ottone Friisingensi lib. V Chron; a S. Gallo, qui in Suevia, et Constantinensi territorio resedit, erectum." This indicates the historical and religious significance of the town and its monastery, founded by St. Gall, an Irish missionary.
6. Historical and Artistic Significance:
- The engraving is part of the Civitates Orbis Terrarum, one of the most famous and influential city atlases of the Renaissance, produced by Georg Braun and Frans Hogenberg. This work aimed to capture the essence of major cities around the world during the 16th century, providing both artistic renderings and valuable geographic knowledge for scholars and travelers of the time.
- The depiction of St. Gallen, with its vibrant color, detailed architecture, and lively surroundings, exemplifies the blend of artistic skill and geographic accuracy that made Braun & Hogenberg’s works so valuable and sought after.
This engraving is an important cultural and historical artifact, offering insight into the town of St. Gallen, its architectural landmarks, and its role as a center of monastic life during the Renaissance. The vibrant hand coloring and detailed craftsmanship reflect the artistic excellence of the period.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 21.66 in (55 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1575
- Condition:Condition: Good given age. Trimmed from larger sheet. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Vertical folding line as issued. Please study scan carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13648-11stDibs: LU3054341508852
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