Caucasus Map - Moscow, Sarmatia, Armenia (Woodcut by Sebastian Münster, 1574) 16th-century full-colored woodcut, of the region nestled between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea. Münster's masterful creation is a historical gem, showcasing a detailed representation of the landscape from Moscow, Russia to the shores of the Caspian and Black Seas. As you explore the map, you'll be transported through time, tracing the Volga River's winding course and taking in the stunning sights of the Crimean Peninsula and the ancient land of Armenia. Sarmatia: A term with roots in Ptolemy's Geography, Sarmatia was later resurrected by the skilled hands of Sebastian Münster in his groundbreaking work, the "Cosmographia" of 1544. This pioneering German-language description of the world marked a significant milestone in cartography, making it a true historical treasure. Cartographer: Sebastian Münster (1488-1552) Sebastian Münster was a German cartographer, cosmographer, and Hebrew scholar who lived from 1488 to 1552. Münster's maps were based on the latest geographic knowledge of the time and incorporated both Ptolemaic and contemporary information. The first publisher of Sebastian Münster's "Cosmographia" was Heinrich Petri. The initial edition of the work, which consisted of six books, was published by Heinrich Petri in Basel, Switzerland, in 1544. The "Cosmographia" covers a wide range of subjects, including geography, astronomy, history, ethnography, and natural history. Size: 12.5 x 6.5 inches. 21 x 32 cm. Condition: Nice woodcut print in very good condition.