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Circa 1691 Frederick de Wit Map: Middle East with Arabia, Persia & More

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Circa 1691 Frederick de Wit Map: Middle East with Arabia, Persia & More This exquisite hand-colored map, circa 1691, by Frederick de Wit, illustrates the Middle East, spanning from Turkey and Egypt to Afghanistan, with a detailed representation of the Arabian Peninsula. The map's detailing in Arabia is based on Nicolas Sanson's influential 1654 map, which was one of the most accurate and detailed depictions of the region up to the mid-seventeenth century. The decorative title cartouche is richly adorned with images of exotic figures, animals, and a merchant ship, symbolizing the region's historical trade importance. Additionally, a mapmaker is shown working with traditional tools, adding a touch of authenticity to the cartographic art. This is the fourth state of the map, published between 1691 and 1696. The map measures 21.8 inches in width by 18.5 inches in height, featuring a sharp impression, with minimal staining and a carefully repaired centerfold separation at the bottom. Keywords: - Middle East historical map - Frederick de Wit map - 17th century maps - Arabian Peninsula map - Persia (Iran) map - Turkey and Egypt map - Afghanistan historical geography - Sanson map influence - Decorative cartouche - Historical cartography - Antique maps for sale Including these keywords will help attract collectors and scholars interested in antique maps of the Middle East, particularly those depicting historical regions of Arabia, Persia, and surrounding areas.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 21.8 in (55.38 cm)Depth: 0.002 in (0.06 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Period:
    1690-1699
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1691
  • Condition:
    Repaired: A carefully repaired centerfold separation at the bottom. Good condition considering age, faturing a sharp impression, with minimal staining and a carefully repaired centerfold separation at the bottom. Please study the scans carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-138551stDibs: LU3054341277082

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