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Antique Map Featuring Turkey, Persia, India, Egypt & Arabia by James Wyld, 1839

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About the Item

The map titled "Map of the countries lying between Turkey & Birmah, comprising Asia Minor, Persia, India, Egypt & Arabia and including the Black, Caspian & Red Seas" is an antique map created by James Wyld, Geographer to the Queen. Originally, this map was part of a four-sheet collection and provides a detailed geographical representation of a vast region stretching from Turkey to Burma (modern-day Myanmar). Description: - Title: Map of the countries lying between Turkey & Birmah, comprising Asia Minor, Persia, India, Egypt & Arabia and including the Black, Caspian & Red Seas. - Creator: James Wyld, Geographer to the Queen. - Features: - **Geographical Coverage:** The map covers a large region including parts of modern-day Turkey, Iran (Persia), Iraq, Syria, Jordan, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, Afghanistan, India, and Myanmar. - **Inclusions:** The map details significant water bodies such as the Black Sea, Caspian Sea, and Red Sea. - **Insets:** The map includes two inset maps: - **The Bosphorus:** Depicting the narrow, natural strait and internationally significant waterway located in northwestern Turkey, forming part of the boundary between Europe and Asia. - **The Strait of the Dardanelles:** Showing the narrow strait in northwestern Turkey connecting the Aegean Sea to the Sea of Marmara. Cartographic Elements: - Borders: The map shows political boundaries, highlighted in various colors. - Topography: Depicts physical features such as mountains, rivers, and lakes. - Settlements: Cities and towns are marked, providing a view of human settlements within the region. - Roads and Routes: Important travel routes and roads are indicated. Historical Context: This map, created by James Wyld, dates back to a period when cartographic efforts were crucial for navigation, trade, and geopolitical understanding. Wyld, known for his detailed and accurate maps, was a prominent figure in the field of geography and cartography in the 19th century. Presentation: - The map is finely detailed and engraved, reflecting the cartographic style and printing techniques of the 19th century. - The original map was part of a larger set consisting of four sheets, but the provided image includes two parts of the complete map. This map serves not only as a geographical tool but also as a historical artifact, offering insights into the geopolitical and cultural landscapes of the regions it covers during the time of its creation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.74 in (42.5 cm)Width: 22.05 in (56 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1839
  • Condition:
    Good condition. A small tear touching the image on the middle left, hardly visible. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-138011stDibs: LU3054340290102

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