Vincenzo Coronelli

Italian monk and cartographer of globes

Vincenzo Coronelli - Italian monk and cartographer of globes
Born

August 16th, 1650
374 years ago

Died

December 9th, 1718
306 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Italy

Links & References

Born in Italy, a monk and cosmographer contributed significantly to the fields of cartography and globe-making during the late 17th century. Founded the Accademia Cosmografica dell'Index in Venice in 1680, promoting geographical knowledge and scientific discussion. Produced detailed maps, atlases, and globes, showcasing the world and celestial spheres. Naturalistically depicted territories and navigational routes, influencing future cartographers and explorers.

Produced the Sphaerae Mundi globes

Created the Atlas Coronelli

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