Dardanelles Strait, with a Perspective of the City of Constantinople, 1693

Reference
BG-13729
Date
1693
Region
Asia
Category
Engraving
Sheet size
26.8 x 40.0 cm (10.6 x 15.7 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 340

Title: "Veue des Dardanelles de Constantinople, 1693"

Description: This historical copper engraving, crafted by Nicholas de Fer between 1646 and 1720 in Paris, is a remarkable depiction titled "Veue des Dardanelles de Constantinople."

It was included in de Fer's esteemed collection, "Les Forces de l'Europe," published in 1693. The detailed artwork offers a panoramic view of the strategic Dardanelles Strait, with a distant perspective of the city of Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) in the backdrop.

The engraving not only captures the strategic importance of the Dardanelles, historically known as the Hellespont, but also serves as a valuable cartographic document of the era, showcasing the military and maritime strength of the region during the late 17th century.

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