Crete Ottoman Empire Ionian Sea 1760 Bellin map
Crete Ottoman Empire Ionian Sea 1760 Bellin map Crete Ottoman Empire Ionian Sea 1760 Bellin map Crete Ottoman Empire Ionian Sea 1760 Bellin map Crete Ottoman Empire Ionian Sea 1760 Bellin map
$ 250.00

Plan de l'Isle de Candie.

(Europe, Ottoman Empire, Greece, Crete, Candie).

Issued 1760, Paris by Bellin.

Mid 18th century engraved map with a pleasing, strong impression.

Decorative and uncommon map with cartouche, fleur-de-lys and rhumb lines.

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Original fold line as issued.

Sheet measures c. 12 3/4" H x 18" W.

Engraved area measures c. 9" H x 14" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):.
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol.1.

[R22961].