Subject: Southern Asia
Period: 1730 (circa)
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Color: Hand Color
Size:
24.2 x 19 inches
61.5 x 48.3 cm
Handsome map of the region stretching from the Caucasus through Afghanistan and from the Arabian Desert to the Indus River. The map is filled with impressive detail including roads, bridges, forts, cities, villages, watering places and much else of interest. Originated by Delisle in 1724, this is the Dutch edition by Covens & Mortier. The Latin title is in the top margin; Nova et Accurata Imperii Persici Delineatio ad Usum Serenissimi Burgundiae Ducis.
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Condition: B+
Dark impression and original color with a bit of insignificant toning. The centerfold is reinforced with light tissue on verso.
