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Planisphere of Cantino Glasses Case
A planisphere drawn in 1502, that shows recently found lands by the Portuguese and the meridian of the Treaty of Tordesilhas.
Metal glass case covered with microfiber cloth. Coordinates with the microfiber cloth.
Prod.: Planisphere of Cantino Glasses Case
8,95 €
Known as Planisfério de Cantino, as it was commissioned in Lisbon by Alberto Cantino, ambassador of the Duke of Ferrara. It shows recently found lands by the Portuguese as well as the oldest known cartographic representation of Brazil. The meridian of the Treaty of Tordesilhas, wich divided the discovered world into Portugal and the Kingdoms of Castile and Aragon is also represented. The original planisphere is in Italy, in the Estense Library of Modena.
Terra Lusa brand presents several collections of products where each reference is a tribute to the Portuguese Cultural Heritage: notebooks, wrist watches , fans, eco bags, mini umbrellas, glasses cases, microfibre cloths and adjustable book covers, all divided into themes of Portuguese roots .
800 Years of History, Culture and Tradition inspired the design of the various products in which quality allies with contemporary design.
| Weight | 132 g |
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