Middle East - Arabian Peninsula, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, coasts of Egypt, of Persia (Iran) and of the Horn; Jacques-Nicolas Bellin - Carte De La Coste D'Arabie, Mer Rouge, Et Golfe De Perse - 1751-1760
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Carte De La Coste D'Arabie, Mer Rouge, Et Golfe De Perse is a hand-coloured map by Jacques-Nicolas Bellin depicting the Arabian Peninsula, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, and coasts of Egypt, Persia (Iran) and the Horn, measuring 25 × 33 cm.
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Splendid original geographic and hydrographic map of the Arabian Peninsula, the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf, 1740 Bellin Map of the Arabian Peninsula. The work is a copper engraving made in the mid-18th century by the renowned royal hydrographer and cartographer Jacques-Nicolas Bellin.
The map focuses on accurately charting coastlines and navigational hazards Original antique map of Arabia and the Red Sea, 1750 ..., detailing shoals, strategic ports and islands. The holy cities of Mecca and Medina are clearly marked, along with important coastal centers and historic pearl banks.
A lavish asymmetrical cartouche stands out in the lower left, in full Rococo style, finely adorned with shell motifs and leafy scrolls, containing the complete title and dedication to the Count of Maurepas. An orientation compass rose appears in the upper right. The borders of neighboring territories and kingdoms are highlighted with contemporary hand coloring. The example is in excellent overall condition, with sound, natural margins.
Dimensions: 25 x 33 cm
Will be shipped by courier
Splendid original geographic and hydrographic map of the Arabian Peninsula, the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf, 1740 Bellin Map of the Arabian Peninsula. The work is a copper engraving made in the mid-18th century by the renowned royal hydrographer and cartographer Jacques-Nicolas Bellin.
The map focuses on accurately charting coastlines and navigational hazards Original antique map of Arabia and the Red Sea, 1750 ..., detailing shoals, strategic ports and islands. The holy cities of Mecca and Medina are clearly marked, along with important coastal centers and historic pearl banks.
A lavish asymmetrical cartouche stands out in the lower left, in full Rococo style, finely adorned with shell motifs and leafy scrolls, containing the complete title and dedication to the Count of Maurepas. An orientation compass rose appears in the upper right. The borders of neighboring territories and kingdoms are highlighted with contemporary hand coloring. The example is in excellent overall condition, with sound, natural margins.
Dimensions: 25 x 33 cm
Will be shipped by courier
Details
Era
1400-1900
Country
Middle East
Geographical specification
Arabian Peninsula, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, coasts of Egypt, of Persia (Iran) and of the Horn
Map maker/publisher
Jacques-Nicolas Bellin
Map/book title
Carte De La Coste D'Arabie, Mer Rouge, Et Golfe De Perse
Period
1751-1760
Condition
Excellent
Additional Information
General History of Voyages
Map colour
Contemporary hand colour
Height
25 cm
Width
33 cm
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