Antique 19th Century Engraved Map of Greece – I. Dower – Published by Orr & Smith, London
$77.14
Antique 19th Century Engraved Map of Greece – I. Dower – Published by Orr & Smith, London
An attractive and highly detailed antique engraved map of Greece, dating from the 19th century, published in London by Orr and Smith of Amen Corner, Paternoster Row.
The map is titled “GREECE” and bears the inscription:
“London, Published by Orr and Smith, Amen Corner, Paternoster Row.”
It is also credited:
“Drawn & Engraved by I. Dower, Pentonville, London.”
The map features beautifully executed geographical detail, illustrating mainland Greece, the Peloponnese, surrounding islands and coastal regions, with an inset map of Corfu.
Numerous towns, villages, rivers, mountains and historical place names are identified, providing a fascinating insight into the geography of Greece during the 19th century.
Measures approx 30 x 24cm
Antique condition with age-related toning, foxing, discolouration and some marks to the paper. There are visible original fold lines, including a prominent central vertical fold, consistent with a map removed from a historical atlas or publication.
Some creasing and wear are present, particularly around the folds and margins.
Please study all photographs carefully, as these form an important part of the description.
A wonderful piece of 19th-century cartographic history, ideal for collectors of antique maps, Greek history, historical engravings and geographical prints. Equally suitable for framing and display.
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