A decorative marine print of early 18th century warships

HOMANN, Johann Baptist.

Neue Tafel vor alle Liebhabers und See-fahrende Personen Stellet vor ein Orlog oder Kriegs-Schiff mit seinen völligen Tow & Seil Werck Sampt einen Durchgeschnittnen Schiff...
Nuremberg, c.1730. Original colour. 490 x 570mm.

A very decorative maritime print detailing the construction and layout of a warship. In the centre is an explanation of the rigging, a cross-section of the interior, with the gundecks and keel, and front-and-side views of the prow. Around the edge and 17 diagrams of boats and tools, including a compass, with an extensive key.


Stock ID : 24163