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View of Abydos, an Ancient Town of Asia Minor 'Turkey', 1677
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Antique print, titled: 'Abidos in Asia' - View of Abydos, an ancient town of Asia Minor on the Asian coast of the Hellespont (in modern-day Turkey).
Source unknown, to be determined.
Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Olfert Dapper' after an anonymous artist. Olfert Dapper (c. 1635 - 1689) was a Dutch physician and writer. He wrote books about history and geography, although he never travelled outside Holland. Until today, his book Description of Africa (1668) is a key text for Africanists.
Technic: Engraving / etching with hand colouring on hand laid paper.
Condition: Good, given age. Some minor crinkles or creases. A few tiny spots. Original middle fold as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
Date: 1677
Overall size: 15.1 x 12.7 inch
Image size: 0.001 x 13.2 x 10.8 inch
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- Dimensions:Height: 12.7 in (32.26 cm)Width: 15.1 in (38.36 cm)Depth: 0.001 in (0.03 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1677
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- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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