Matthäus Merian
Engraver and cartographer, Topographia Germaniae
Engraver and cartographer, Topographia Germaniae
Scientists & Innovators
Germany
Engraving and cartography activities spanned 17th century Europe. Developed detailed maps and topographical views. Produced the influential series Topographia Germaniae, documenting cities and landscapes in Germany. Contributed significantly to the field of cartography with innovations in illustration techniques and visual representation of geography. Played a major role in the evolution of map-making through artistic rendering.
Created Topographia Germaniae
Produced detailed city maps
Innovated methods in engraving
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