Subject: Greece
Period: 1686 (dated)
Publication:
Color: Hand Color
Size:
21.8 x 16.4 inches
55.4 x 41.7 cm
This ancient map of Greece is filled with place names and extends to Albania and Macedonia in the north. It is adorned with numerous sailing ships, sea monsters, and a strapwork title cartouche flanked by mermaids, one of whom holds an armillary sphere. Published by Pierre Mariette and Melchoir Tavernier.
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Condition: A
A sharp impression with contemporary outline color in the map and later color in the cartouche, on a bright sheet with a large coat of arms watermark. There is a professionally repaired centerfold separation at bottom and a hint of toning along the centerfold and edges of the sheet.
