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Transporting the Montecitorio Obelisk
Roman Cargo Ship, reconstructed in the form of a raft, being used to transport the Montecitorio obelisk from Egypt to Rome in 10 BC. This obelisk is an ancient Egyptian, red granite obelisk of Psammetichus II (595-589 BC) from Heliopolis. Augustus erected it as the gnomon of the Solarium Augusti, his giant sundial, in the Campus Martius, Rome. It is now in the Piazza Montecitorio. Detail from a map of Civitavecchia in the Gallery of Maps in the Vatican Museum. These maps were commissioned between 1578 and 1580 to show the regions of Italy and territories of the church. They are based on the work of Ignazio Danti, a 16th century Italian priest, mathematician, astronomer and cosmographer, and are an important record of 16th century geography
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This print showcases the remarkable feat of transporting the Montecitorio Obelisk, an ancient Egyptian artifact, from Egypt to Rome in 10 BC. The image depicts a reconstructed Roman cargo ship fashioned into a raft, specifically designed for this monumental task. The obelisk itself is a magnificent red granite structure dating back to the reign of Psammetichus II in Heliopolis. Commissioned by Augustus, the obelisk was erected as the gnomon of the Solarium Augusti, serving as a colossal sundial in Rome's Campus Martius. Today, it proudly stands in Piazza Montecitorio. This detailed snapshot is taken from one of Ignazio Danti's maps displayed at the Vatican Museum's Gallery of Maps. Created between 1578 and 1580 under papal patronage, these maps were intended to showcase Italy's regions and territories belonging to the Church. Ignazio Danti himself was not only an esteemed Italian priest but also excelled as a mathematician, astronomer, and cosmographer during the 16th century. Consequently, his cartographic works serve as invaluable records documenting geography during that era. Transporting such an immense historical treasure across vast distances reflects both Italy's rich heritage and its dedication to preserving ancient wonders. This photograph encapsulates centuries-old connections between civilizations while celebrating scientific advancements made possible through disciplines like astronomy and earth science.
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