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Florentine Navigator

The Florentine Navigator is an early 16th-century map created by Leonardo da Vinci, showcasing his innovative ideas about geography and navigation. It features detailed representations of coastlines, islands, and navigational routes of the Mediterranean and surrounding areas. The map reflects Leonardo's keen observational skills and understanding of geography, blending practical navigation with artistic precision. Although not a complete or fully functional navigation chart by modern standards, it exemplifies Renaissance curiosity and Leonardo's multidisciplinary talents in science, art, and exploration. The Florentine Navigator remains an important historical artifact demonstrating early efforts to map the world more accurately.