Het Beloofde Landt Canaan (Promised Land of Canaan) from Staten Bijbel

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Calvin University Center Art Gallery

The image depicts an intricately detailed historical map labeled "Het Beloofde Landt Canaan," illustrating the geographical areas with classical names, adorned with elaborate artwork, including biblical figures and scenes, enhancing its antiquarian aesthetic.

The image depicts an intricately detailed historical map labeled "Het Beloofde Landt Canaan," illustrating the geographical areas with classical names, adorned with elaborate artwork, including biblical figures and scenes, enhancing its antiquarian aesthetic.

Name/Title

Het Beloofde Landt Canaan (Promised Land of Canaan) from Staten Bijbel

Entry/Object ID

2026.7.1

Description

A map of the promised land of Canaan walked through by Christ and His disciples.

Type of Print

Engraving

Artwork Details

Medium

Copper Engraving

Category

Biblical, Biblical People, Dutch, Map, Vault
People, Ethnic

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Daniel Stoopendaal

Role

Cartographer

Date made

1746

Dimensions

Dimension Description

image size

Height

12 in

Width

17-1/2 in