John Speede (English, 1552-29) the Kingdom of Persia H 15.7" W 21" | Antique map of lands bordered by the Caspian Sea, Persian Gulf, Arabian Sea and India. Two-sided frame reveals the description on the verso. Created in 1626. Fold in the center where removed from binding of the folio "Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World" printed in the 17th. century. Hand colored. Bordered by illustrations of prominent cities and peoples of the region in native garb. Visible image 15.7" X 21. Walnut custom frame 17.7" X 23". from the Estate of William and Marlene Thomas of Ann Arbor, Mi.

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15.7 x 21 in