This rare sea chart of the eastern coastline of the Italian regions Calabria, Basilicata and Puglia extends to include the northeastern tip of Sicily a small part of the coastline of Albania and Greece. With north oriented to the right, the map depicts anchorages and navigational hazards. A decorative strapwork title cartouche, sailing and oared ships engaged in battle, and two compass roses complete the composition.

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Condition: B+

Short centerfold separations far from map image at top and bottom have been closed on verso with archival tape. There are a couple of insignificant paper flaws, a crease that enters map image 2" at left, and minor soiling.