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Speed map of Turkish Empire 1676
Speed map of Turkish Empire 1676
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Author: Speed, John
Title: The Turkish Empire. Newly Augmented by Iohn Speed 1626
Place Published: Thomas Basset & Richard Chiswell
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Date Published: 1676
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Copper-engraved map, lightly hand-colored; with engravings of 5 men and 5 women on the sides, and 8 views of cities at the top. 39.2x51 cm (15½x20").



Carte-de-figures map covering the region from Greece across the Middle East , with Arabia, the Black and Caspian Seas, and the Red Sea. Based on Hondius' map of the region, the interior displays mountains, deserts, and numerous towns and villages. Included along the top are eight bird's-eye views of important cities including Damascus, Jerusalem, Constantinople, Rhode, Alexandria, Ormus and Famagusta. Along each side are five full portraits of Greek, Egyptian, Assyrian, Arabian, and Persian men on the left and their wives on the right. With numerous annotations in blank areas giving historical and geographical details. This edition has the imprint of Thomas Basset & Richard Chiswell, published in 1676.

Condition
Glued down on backing board, some edge and corner wear; colors muted, some toning, good condition, a desirable map worthy of restoration.
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Speed map of Turkish Empire 1676

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