Francesco Laurana II

 

Título: Francesco Laurana II

Autor: Antonio José Álvarez Gordillo

Año: 2026

Técnica / Soporte: Impresión digital de alta calidad (ploteado) sobre lienzo, a partir de la fusión de imagen digital de cartografía histórica (Nápoles 1944) y fotografía tratada y transformada digitalmente.

Dimensiones: 60 x 73 cm

Edición: Edición limitada de 50 ejemplares, firmados y numerados por el autor.

Precio: 200 €

Author Great Britain. War Office. General Staff. Geographical Section

Date 1944

Short Title Naples (Italy). K. 33/11 1st. Edition

Publisher War Office

Publisher Location Great Britain

Type Fabric Map

Obj Height cm 27

Obj Width cm 39

Scale 1 500,000

Note WWII silk escape topographic maps, the cloth copies of the Air Ministry GSGS 3982 paper series, as issued by the M19 to a US Airman of the 9th AAF. 1939-1944. Ten cloth maps were produced of the main Air Ministry series at a scale of approx. 1:2,500,000, while an additional 73 cloth maps were printed at a reduced size (13 in. x 15 in.) and with a scale of 1:500,000 scale. The latter are referred to as the miniatures maps or handkerchief maps. This is 15 sheets of the 1st and 2nd. edition of the 39 regions of Italy in the GSGS 3982 miniature series, produced in July 1942 and July 1944. They cover the northern most end of peninsula with borders against France, Switzerland and Austria. Maps in full color 28x39 or smaller, compiled and drawn in War Office 1939. Projection is Europe (Air) conical orthomorphic. "Fathom lines and low water marks are based on Admiralty charts." Showing multiple and single track railroads, three classes of roads, woods, towns, lakes. Three types of internal boundaries are shown. Aeronautical information includes landing facilities and hazards and lines of equal magnetic variation. Heights in meters. Relief shown by contours, altitude tints and spot heights. Depth shown by bathymetric tints. GSGS (Series), 3982. Prime meridian: Greenwich.

World Area Europe

Country Italy

City Naples (Italy)

Event World War II

Subject Aeronautical charts

Full Title Naples (Italy). K. 33/11 1st. Edition. 1:500,000 Europe (Air). Geographical Section, General Staff No. 3982. Compiled and drawn at W.O. 1939- (1944).

List No 13126.004

Series No 4

Page No K. 33/11

Publication Author Great Britain. War Office. General Staff. Geographical Section

Pub Date 1944

Pub Title 1:500,000 Europe (Air). Geographical Section, General Staff No. 3982. Compiled and drawn at W.O. 1939- (1944).

Pub Note See note field above.

Pub List No 13126.000

Pub Type Fabric Map

Pub Maps 15

Pub Height cm 28

Pub Width cm 41

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Authors Great Britain. War Office. General Staff. Geographical Section

Summary This image depicts a fabric map titled "Naples (Italy). K. 33/11 1st Edition," created by the Great Britain War Office's General Staff Geographical Section in 1944. The map is part of a series known as GSGS 3982 and was used during World War II. It measures 39 cm by 27 cm and is printed on silk, a medium chosen for its durability and practicality in the field, particularly for escape and evasion purposes.<br><br>Composition and Medium:<br>

The map is a topographical representation of the Naples region in Italy, designed at a scale of 1:500,000. It was part of a set of WWII silk escape maps provided to military personnel, particularly those in the air force. The use of silk allowed the map to be folded compactly, making it easy to carry and resistant to water damage.<br><br>Style and Features:<br>

The map is rendered in full color, employing various shades to indicate different types of terrain and features. Green tints show wooded areas, while brown contour lines represent elevation changes, giving a clear sense of the topography. Blue lines and shading are used to depict water bodies, including the sea and lakes. Relief is shown through contour lines, altitude tints, and spot heights, effectively conveying the region's physical geography.<br><br>Subject Matter:<br>

The map covers the area around Naples, Italy, highlighting significant geographical and man-made features. It includes:

- Railroads: Both multiple and single-track lines are marked, crucial for understanding transportation routes during the war.

- Roads: Three classes of roads are shown, indicating varying levels of accessibility and infrastructure.

- Boundaries: Internal boundaries are marked in three different types, denoting administrative or political divisions.

- Aeronautical Information: Landing facilities, hazards, and lines of equal magnetic variation are crucial for air navigation.

- Hydrographic Details: Fathom lines and low water marks based on Admiralty charts provide important information for naval operations.<br><br>Cultural and Historical Context:<br>

This map was produced during World War II, a time when accurate geographical information was vital for military strategy and operations. The Naples region was of strategic importance due to its location and infrastructure. The map's production by the War Office reflects the broader efforts to equip military personnel with the tools necessary for navigation and survival in enemy territories.<br><br>Notable Features:<br>

- Projection: The map uses a conical orthomorphic projection, which preserves angles, making it particularly useful for aeronautical purposes.

- Prime Meridian: The map is based on the Greenwich meridian, standardizing it with other British maps of the time.

- Scale and Detail: At a scale of 1:500,000, the map provides a detailed overview suitable for both strategic planning and tactical operations.<br><br>Publication Information:<br>

The map is part of a series produced by the Great Britain War Office, specifically the General Staff Geographical Section. It was part of a set of 15 maps in the first and second editions covering various regions of Italy. The publication is identified by "Pub List No 13126.000" and "List No 13126.004."<br><br>In summary, this fabric map is a meticulously detailed and thoughtfully designed tool that reflects the technological and strategic needs of World War II. Its use of durable silk and comprehensive features highlights the importance of geographical intelligence in military operations, particularly in a region as strategically significant as Naples.