Spain and Portugal in Europe, from "Court Game of Geography" 1838 - 1855
williamandhenryrock
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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drawing
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aged paper
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blue ink drawing
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ink paper printed
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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ink colored
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sketchbook drawing
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watercolour illustration
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
"Spain and Portugal in Europe" is a map card from the "Court Game of Geography", a set of 52 illustrated cards created by William and Henry Rock between 1838 and 1855. This card, with its hand-drawn details and the distinctive red hearts placed on the map, exemplifies the use of a traditional game format for geographical education. The Rock brothers’ series, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, reflects the 19th century’s growing interest in geography and cartography. The card's simple yet informative design, featuring major cities and geographical features, offers a glimpse into the popular educational tools of the Victorian era.
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