The historic Steinberger map of 1708 has recently been reproduced by the master papermakers of Toscolano, utilizing the traditional technique of handmade paper. This map, created by Johann Christoph Steinberger, provides a fascinating representation of Lake Garda and its surroundings, based on sketches made on-site. The reproduction was presented to the members of the Garda Community during a general assembly in Mantova, thanks to the efforts of master papermaker Filippo Cantoni and the collaboration of Marcello Cobelli, the delegate for cultural activities.
The original map, published in Nuremberg in 1708 as part of the botanical work “Nurnberische Hesperides,” depicts the lake with the west at the top and highlights the geographical features of the region, including populated areas and the river network. The reproduction on handmade paper not only celebrates the art of historical cartography but also represents a deep connection to the local territory and its artisanal tradition.
