Turkey, Hellespont, Dardanelles, 4 views C. de Bruyn, 1698, no title
€99.00
Item number:
24 38 BK
17th century copper engraving with four views of the fortresses around the Strait of the Dardanelles and the Hellespont, close to modern day Istanbul in Turkey.
The engraving was made by C. de Bruyn for his book ´Reizen van Cornelis de Bruyn door de vermaardste deelen van Klein Asia…´, 1698, Delft (Netherlands).
In this book he describes in great detail a voyage of several years through the Ottoman Empire, mainly through modern day Turkey, Egypt, Cyprus, Israel and Lebanon.
Very good condition. Thick paper with clear print.
Image 11.3x6.8 inch (29x17,5cm), sheet 12.9x8inch (33x20,5cm)