Rare Hand-Colored Antique Map of the Bassora 'Basra' Region in Iraq, 1680
- Reference
- PCT-61431
- Date
- 1680
- Region
- Asia
- Category
- Antique Map
- Sheet size
- 32.0 x 38.5 cm (12.6 x 15.2 in)
- Condition
- Good
- Availability
- Available
- Price
- EUR 1,150
Description: Antique map titled 'Delineato Regionis Bassora cum Angis uminibus et Isulis.'
Map of the Bassora (Basra) region, Iraq.
Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Olfert Dapper' after an anonymous artist. Olfert Dapper (c. 1635 - 1689) was a Dutch physician and writer. He wrote books about history and geography, although he never travelled outside Holland. Until today, his book Description of Africa (1668) is a key text for Africanists.
Condition: Good, given age. A few minor crinkles. Original middle fold as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully.
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