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Auction 191, Lot 638
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"Turcia Asiatica Exhibens Natoliam Modernam, in suos Beglirbegatus Divisam, Itemque Reliquos Beglirbegatus...", Homann Heirs

Subject: Middle East & Caucasus

Period: 1771 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
21.1 x 18.2 inches
53.6 x 46.2 cm
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This map shows the region between the Black, Caspian, and Mediterranean Seas, extending as far as the Persian Gulf. The focus is on the Ottoman Empire divided by Beylerbey, which were similar to senior provincial governors. A legend at bottom left identifies towns of various sizes. Alternate French title at top: "Carte de la Turquie Asiatique Contenant la Natolie Moderne Divisee en ses Beglerbeys."

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Condition: A

Full contemporary color on a watermarked sheet with an archivally repaired centerfold separation at bottom and marginal soiling.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $230

Closed on 2/8/2023

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