Birds Eye Plans of Rhodes, 1677, Paper

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Antique map, titled: 'Afbeelding der Oude Stad Rhodus (…).' - Sheet with 3 bird's eye plans of Rhodes, Greece. Source … Read more Antique map, titled: 'Afbeelding der Oude Stad Rhodus (…).' - Sheet with 3 bird's eye plans of Rhodes, Greece. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Olfert Dapper' after an anonymous artist. 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 of Africa (1668) is a key text for Africanists. Technic: Engraving / etching on hand laid (verge) paper. Condition: Good, given age. A few minor crinkles. Original folds as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully. Date: 1677 Overall size: 15.6 x 12 inch Image size: 0.001 x 13.7 x 10.7 inch. See less