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18th Century Map of Arabia – Tirion, Amsterdam c.1730
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About the Item
Antique Map of Arabia – Isaak Tirion’s “Nieuwe Kaart van Arabia,” Amsterdam c.1730
This finely detailed 18th-century map, titled “Nieuwe Kaart van Arabia,” was published in Amsterdam by Isaak Tirion around 1730–1750. It presents a comprehensive view of the Arabian Peninsula and its surrounding regions, including the Red Sea, Persian Gulf, and parts of North Africa, Persia, and the Indian Ocean. The map is drawn in Dutch and reflects the European understanding of the region during the Enlightenment period.
The Arabian Peninsula is labeled “Gelukkig Arabia” (Arabia Felix), a classical name denoting the fertile southern parts of the peninsula, including present-day Yemen and Oman. Key cities are marked, such as Mecca (Mekka), Medina (Medinah), Muscat (Muskat), Mocha (Mokka), and Basra (Bassora). The map also shows the lands of Arabia Petraea and Arabia Deserta, with numerous tribal territories, mountain chains, river systems, and coastal features meticulously engraved.
To the northwest, parts of Egypt, Nubia, and the Levant are included, while the southeast borders the East Indies Sea (De Oost Indiësche Zee) and Ethiopia (Abissinia) appears along the southern margin. The map also features routes of trade, including references to caravan travel and maritime commerce—important elements of European interest in the region during the age of exploration and colonial expansion.
Isaak Tirion was a respected Dutch publisher and cartographer known for his clear style and well-engraved maps. His works were widely used for atlases and historical reference during the 18th century. This particular map combines geographic accuracy (as known at the time) with elegant simplicity, making it a highly desirable piece for collectors of antique Middle Eastern or Islamic world cartography.
Condition: Good condition. A strong impression on hand-laid paper with wide margins, except where it was bound in atlas. Vertical and horizontal folds as issued. Slight toning to the sheet and minor edge wear.
Framing tips: This map would look excellent in a black or walnut frame, paired with a warm ivory or parchment-colored mat. A subtle gold inner line or filet can enhance the classical style while drawing attention to the clean engraving.
Technique: Copperplate engraving
Maker: Isaak Tirion, Amsterdam, c. 1730–1750
- Dimensions:Height: 14.18 in (36 cm)Width: 14.97 in (38 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1730
- Condition:Condition: Good condition. A strong impression on hand-laid paper with wide margins, except where it was bound in atlas. Vertical and horizontal folds as issued. Slight toning to the sheet and minor edge wear.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-11491-41stDibs: LU3054346152492
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