1720 Panoramic Vista of Istanbul and the Bosphorus - with Column of Pompey

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1720 Panoramic Vista of Istanbul and the Bosphorus - with Column of Pompey

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Title: "1701-1720 Bosphore de Thrace and Views of Istanbul - Chatelain/Guedeville" Description: This finely detailed folio from Chatelain's 'Atlas Historique', dated 1720, features a panoramic bird's-eye view of Istanbul from the Bosporus, with bustling maritime activity. Accompanying are two smaller illustrations: the Aqueduct of Constantinople and the Column of Pompeii. The plate is adorned with informative French text about the historical and strategic significance of these landmarks. Preserved in very good condition on thick paper, this piece reflects the rich cartographic history of early 18th-century Amsterdam. The Aqueduct of Valens, also known in Turkish as Valens Su Kemeri, is a Roman aqueduct system constructed in the late 4th century AD to supply Constantinople, the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire. It was initiated during the reign of Emperor Constantius II and completed by Emperor Valens in 373. Remarkably, the aqueduct was operational for many centuries, being maintained and extended by both the Byzantines and the Ottomans. The original system carried water from the slopes of the hills between Kağıthane and the Sea of Marmara, stretching over 250 kilometers in total length, including various reservoirs and cisterns throughout Constantinople. In its early days, the aqueduct sourced water from the regions of Danımandere and Pınarca. Its initial phase, completed in the 4th century, spanned 268 kilometers. A subsequent expansion in the 5th century extended the system by an additional 451 kilometers, drawing water from as far as Vize, around 120 kilometers from Constantinople. These expansions made it the longest aqueduct system from the ancient world. One of the most visible parts of the aqueduct is the bridge known as the Bozdoğan Kemeri, located in Istanbul's Fatih district. This bridge, originally measuring 971 meters, still stands as a significant historical landmark, crossing the valley between the hills now home to Istanbul University and the Fatih Mosque. Despite the grand scale and the complexity of this ancient engineering marvel, it was not immune to damage and required continuous maintenance. In the 4th century, Gregory of Nazianzus described it as an "underground and aerial river," attesting to its impressive reach and construction. After several restorations throughout history, including works by Emperors Theodosius II and Justinian the Great, the aqueduct remained a critical part of Constantinople's water supply system for over 700 years.

Dimensions:
Height: 14.38 in (36.5 cm)Width: 16.74 in (42.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
Materials and Techniques:
Paper,Engraved
Period:
1720-1729
Date of Manufacture:
1720
Condition:
Preserved in very good condition on thick paper. Later handcoloring. Folding line middle. Study the images carefully.
Seller Location:
Langweer, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: BG-136301stDibs: LU3054337816092

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