Title Page to J. Moxon, Ductor ad Astronomianet Geographiam
1699
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1699
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Title Page to J. Moxon, Ductor ad Astronomianet Geographiam is a 1699 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Baroque work, depicting Globe, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a fancy title page with fancy letters and a few small images. The design mixes old and new styles. The big letters spell out the book’s long name. It’s a practical tool, not just decoration. Back then, books like this taught science with pictures. The small scenes show people using tools to measure stars and map lands. If you like this, check out the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
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