Antique Bosporus View with Beil-Gorod Fort – Bartlett Constantinople, ca.1839
€ 245
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1839
Mapmaker / artist
W.H. Bartlett (after), engraved by C. Cousen, London, circa 1840
Technique
Steel engraving with original hand-coloring
Sheet size
19.3 × 26.9 cm (7.6 × 10.6 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-14170-3
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
Good condition. Light overall toning with scattered foxing in the margins. Plate mark visible. Image retains strong detail and original color.
About this sheet
Antique Bosporus View with Beil-Gorod Fort – Bartlett Constantinople, circa 1839
A picturesque 19th-century view of Fort Beil-Gorod on the Bosporus, after W.H. Bartlett, depicting a fortified coastal scene set against dramatic mountainous terrain. This composition captures both the strategic and scenic importance of the Bosporus, the vital waterway connecting Europe and Asia.
Published in London around 1840 by Fisher, Son & Co., this finely engraved steel plate reflects Bartlett’s ability to combine architectural detail with sweeping natural landscapes. The fortified structure, with its towers and walls, is animated by figures and a caravan approaching along the road, adding life and movement to the scene.
The background opens onto the Bosporus, where ships sail through the calm waters, while distant hills and atmospheric light create a sense of depth and tranquility. The original hand-coloring adds warmth and subtle tonal variation, particularly in the landscape and sky.
Such views were highly prized in the 19th century as windows into distant lands and remain desirable today for their decorative appeal and historical context.
Note: All items we offer are authentic period works of art over 100 years old. The print is sold unframed; any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only.
Condition: Good condition. Light overall toning with scattered foxing in the margins. Plate mark visible. Image retains strong detail and original color.
Framing tips: Pairs well with other Bosporus or Ottoman views. Best presented in a warm wood or ebonized frame with a soft ivory mount to highlight the landscape tones.
