Historical map of Naples 540-piece jigsaw puzzle from Architoys

Discover Naples as it stood in its prime during the 18th century

Explore Naples as it appeared in 1790 with this detailed historical map by Giovanni Antonio Rizzi-Zannoni – one of the 18th century's most important Italian cartographers and geographers. Reproduced here as a 540-piece jigsaw puzzle, the map offers a fascinating insight into the city and its surroundings at a time when Naples, under Bourbon rule, was one of Europe's most vibrant capitals.

The map was executed with exceptional scientific and artistic precision, depicting the cityscape in incredible detail, including palaces, churches, monasteries, streets, and fortifications. It provides a unique glimpse into Naples before the major urban transformations of the 19th century and reveals the structure and character of the historical city.

The map was produced using 21 copperplate engravings, based on direct surveys and geodetic measurements that were remarkably advanced for their time. Rizzi-Zannoni, a cartographer and geographer from Verona who worked for the Bourbon court, combined scientific rigor with an extraordinary sense of detail, thereby creating a work that is both a geographical documentation and a piece of art.

Today, this historical map remains an important source for understanding the urban development and the golden age of Naples. This puzzle featuring the map of Naples unites cartography, history, and architecture, offering a unique opportunity to explore the city, piece by piece.

Map puzzles are extra challenging for many puzzle enthusiasts, making them extra fun to assemble. A truly great gift idea!

SPECIFICATIONS:
NUMBER OF PIECES: 540 thick pieces
FINISHED SIZE: 35 x 50 cm
AGE: 14+ years
BOX SIZE: 8 x 8 x 28 cm