Georg Braun, also known as Brunus or Bruin, was a German topo-geographer born in 1541 and died on March 10, 1622. He is renowned for his work as the principal editor of Civitates orbis terrarum, a six-volume publication that contains 546 prospects, bird's-eye views, and maps of cities from around the world.

Early Life and Career

Braun was born and died in Cologne, Germany. His principal profession was as a Catholic cleric, and he spent thirty-seven years as canon and dean at the church, St. Maria ad Gradus, in Cologne. Braun's work on Civitates orbis terrarum was inspired by Sebastian Münster's Cosmographia. The publication set new standards in cartography for over 100 years and featured the works of several artists, including Joris Hoefnagel and Simon van den Neuwel.

Notable Works and Contributions

Braun's most notable work is Civitates orbis terrarum, which was published from 1572 to 1617. This publication included prospects, bird's-eye views, and maps of cities from around the world, including Calicut and Cannanore. Braun acquired the tables, hired the artists, and wrote the texts for the publication. His work can be found in several museums, including the Herzog Anton Ulrich-Museum in Braunschweig, Germany. Key aspects of Braun's work:

• Civitates orbis terrarum features 546 prospects, bird's-eye views, and maps of cities from around the world.
• Braun worked with several artists, including Joris Hoefnagel and Simon van den Neuwel.
• His publication set new standards in cartography for over 100 years.
• Braun's work can be found in several museums, including the Herzog Anton Ulrich-Museum in Braunschweig, Germany.

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