Published by the iconic Charles Scribners Sons, a New York-based firm that was founded in 1846, this distinctive illustration of Italy in the late nineteenth century stands as a unique piece of American and Italian cartographical history. The iconic publishing house would expand during its history and would produce some of the greatest American literary works of the twentieth century. Due to its geographic location and proximity to the Mediterranean, Italy has been home to a wide range of cultures, peoples, and governing bodies. By the first century BC, the Roman Empire had become the dominant political and cultural center for the entire Mediterranean Basin and would remain the dominant power for the next two hundred years. The Early Middle Ages saw the fall of the Roman Empire as Europe entered a period of migration and a blending of numerous cultures. By the eleventh century, Rome had re-entered a period of significant prosperity and marked the beginning of the Renaissance. This cultural revolution began in Italy but spread across Europe, producing some of the most influential works in art, literature, philosophy, and music.By the time of this map’s publication, numerous Italian-American communities had been established for decades in New York City and endure to this day. Rapid industrialization in Northern Italy during the latter portions of the nineteenth century had spurred economic growth. However, this would slow following the conclusion of World War I, ultimately leading to the establishment of a Fascist Government in 1922.Our museum quality giclee print comes printed with archival ink on premium heavyweight matte paper.
