Empires of the East: The Indo-Scythian and Parthian Kingdoms, Published in 1880

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Empires of the East: The Indo-Scythian and Parthian Kingdoms, Published in 1880

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This original antique map is titled "INDOSCYTHICVM atque PARTHICVM REGNA," indicating that it details the regions historically known as the Indo-Scythian and Parthian kingdoms. Here are some features and details that make this map interesting: 1. **Historical Geography**: The map covers a vast area of what is now part of Iran, Iraq, Central Asia, and possibly parts of South Asia, representing the territories of the Indo-Scythian and Parthian empires, which were significant powers in the ancient world. 2. **Territorial Extent**: It shows the extent of the Parthian kingdom, which was the dominant power in the Iranian plateau and occasionally contested the Romans, and the Indo-Scythians, who controlled parts of Central Asia and northern India. 3. **Cultural Intersections**: This region was a crossroads of various cultures, and the map reflects the exchange between the Hellenistic, Persian, Central Asian, and Indian spheres of influence. 4. **Inset Map**: The top left corner features an inset map, possibly providing a closer look at a particular area or a related region of historical importance, such as a campaign route or a detailed view of a significant city. 5. **Trade Routes**: The map might illustrate ancient trade routes like the Silk Road, which passed through these regions, facilitating the exchange of goods, ideas, and culture. 6. **Topographical Features**: It includes detailed depictions of the topography, including mountain ranges like the Zagros, river systems such as the Euphrates and Tigris, and the Iranian plateau. 7. **Strategic Locations**: Given the historical context, the map may highlight strategic locations that were important for military campaigns, trade, or political control in the ancient world. The period represented on the map is likely during the height of the Parthian Empire, which existed from around 247 BC to AD 224, and the Indo-Scythian Kingdoms, which were prominent from the 2nd century BC to the 4th century AD. This map provides a window into a historical era characterized by a rich tapestry of cultural exchanges, military conflicts, and economic prosperity along the Silk Road. The map is from the "Spruner-Menke Atlas Antiquus," which is a historical atlas created by Karl Spruner von Merz, and later edited by Theodorus Menke. The atlas is known for its detailed maps of historical geographic regions, rendered with great precision and accompanied by scholarly research. These maps were particularly designed for educational use, providing a visual aid for the study of historical and ancient geography. The "Spruner-Menke Atlas Antiquus" is considered a significant work in the field of historical cartography and was published in the late 19th century.

Dimensions:
Height: 15.56 in (39.5 cm)Width: 18.51 in (47 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
Materials and Techniques:
Paper
Period:
1880-1889
Date of Manufacture:
1880
Condition:
Good, given age. General age-related toning, especially around the edges. Vertical folding line as issued. Please study scan carefully.
Seller Location:
Langweer, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: BG-13686-2-161stDibs: LU3054338541292