Subject: Greece
Period: 1683 (circa)
Publication: Description de l' Univers
Color: Hand Color
Size:
4.2 x 5.6 inches
10.7 x 14.2 cm
A beautifully rendered map of Lero in the Dodecenese group of the Greek Islands. Embellished by sea battles between sailing vessels and caravelles. Unique perspective overlays a plan of the islands in the foreground of a bird's-eye view of the sea and sea battle.
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Condition: A+
Dark, early impression and nice coloring.