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
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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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