Science & Education · 17th century
€ 340
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Good. Engraving on hand laid (verge) paper with original watermark. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
This historical copper engraving, crafted by Nicholas de Fer between 1646 and 1720 in Paris, is a remarkable depiction titled "Veue des Dardanelles de Constantinople."
It was included in de Fer's esteemed collection, "Les Forces de l'Europe," published in 1693. The detailed artwork offers a panoramic view of the strategic Dardanelles Strait, with a distant perspective of the city of Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) in the backdrop.
The engraving not only captures the strategic importance of the Dardanelles, historically known as the Hellespont, but also serves as a valuable cartographic document of the era, showcasing the military and maritime strength of the region during the late 17th century.
