Rare Antique Map of Persia, Incl the Caspian Sea and the Arabian Peninsula, 1726

Reference
BG-00719
Date
1726
Region
Asia
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
33.0 x 43.0 cm (13.0 x 16.9 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 850

Rare untitled antique map of Persia. It covers from the Gulf of Suez eastward to Ahmedabad (Amadabad) in modern day western India. This map, centered on Persia, includes the Caspian Sea and part of the Arabian Peninsula.

Artists and Engravers: Francois Valentijn (April 17, 1666 - August 6, 1727) was a Dutch minister, naturalist, colonial administrator, and historian active in Holland and the East Indies, in the late 17th and early 18th centuries.

Condition: Good. Some small stains, general-age-related toning. Worm hole at the top left. Please study image carefully.

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