Paris: Rigobert Bonne, 1780. Map. Uncolored engraving. Image measures 14" x 9 1/4" This map, published by Bonne in 1780, depicts the eastern extent of the Roman Empire. The region between the Mediterranean and Black Seas are extensively labeled. Pictorial elevations are rendered throughout as well as town names, rivers, and major routes. The map is in very good condition, with some wear and toning to edges. Rigobert Bonne (1727-1795) was one of the most important cartographers of the late..... More

London: William Faden, 1791. Map. Engraving with original hand outline. 23" x 31" Finely engraved map of Greece and western Turkey extending from Lecce to the Black Sea, and from Macedonia to Crete. Topography is rendered my hachure in beautiful detail. Coastal features, cities, and rivers are extensively labeled. Many place names are labeled with multiple toponyms, with variations in Italian, Greek, or Turkish. Ancient place names are underlined. An elaborate title cartouche in the lower left, featuring iconography referencing..... More

Genoa: Francesco Maria Levanto, 1664. Sea chart. Uncolored engraving. Image measures 15.75" x 20.5". This incredible 1664 map of Corfu, the second largest Greek Island in the Ionian Sea, was issued by Captain Francesco Maria Levanto. The maritime map or sea chart includes the islands of Corfu, Paxi and the western coast of Greece with north oriented towards the left. Numerous rhumb lines, coastal features, depth soundings, anchorages, shoals, and banks surrounding the islands are noted and serve as a...... More

Rome: Antonio Lafreri, 1602. Map. Engraving, sheet measures 16 x 11 1/4 inches. Image 10 7/8 x 8 inches. Gorgeous map of Crete/Candia, the largest of the Greek islands, with north oriented towards the left. A large labyrinth is rendered prominently along with major towns, rivers and topography. 'Habitat of the beast' is noted possibly referring to the Minotaur. Paximadia is described as one island. Geographical notes in the title as well as the mention of fine wine produced from..... More

Amsterdam: Petrus Schenk, 1705. Map. Engraving with original hand outline. Image measures 18 7/8" x 22 3/4" Beautiful map of southeastern Europe, extending from Italy to Turkey, and from Hungary to Cyprus. Published circa 1705, this map depicts the region during the Ottoman-Habsburg wars. In fair condition. Wear to original centerfold, with tape repair and stain at bottom edge. Lower margin worn and frayed, not affecting the image. Minor cracking and small loss near center due to oxidization of original..... More