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Auction 122, Lot 693

"The Plan of Constantinople", Anon.

Subject: Turkey, Constantinople

Period: 1725 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
11.2 x 6.6 inches
28.4 x 16.8 cm
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This lovely view shows the magnificent city of Constantinople viewed from across the Bosphorus. Numerous ships fill the strait, which is one of the world’s most strategic waterways. Vol. I and p. 596 are in the upper margin.

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Condition: A+

Issued folding, now pressed.

Estimate: $350 - $400

Sold for: $450

Closed on 12/5/2007

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