Ancient map of Augsburg, 1572

Ancient map of Augsburg, 1572Published in 1572 as part of the monumental Civitates Orbis Terrarum (Cities of the World) by Georg Braun and Frans Hogenberg, Augusta iuxta figuram quam hisce temporibus habet delineata presents a richly detailed and visually engaging birds eye view of the city of Augsburg, Germany. The Latin title translates to "Augsburg, depicted according to the appearance it has at this time," underscoring the works intent to capture the contemporary urban form

Kandinsky's use of color was an important aspect of his work

written in Latin

The map shows the city's streets

the island's historical and cultural centers

These types of stores have a long history in Chinese culture

and a piece of fruit

incorporating the latest geographical knowledge and discoveries

The Harlequin is shown in a fragmented form

channeled his outrage and sorrow into creating "Guernica

which was often incomplete and inaccurate

The Saigon River acted as a natural divider between the two cities

This map spans across modern-day Syria