A CORRECT MAP OF THE OTTOMAN EMPIRE

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This attractive and detailed map illustrates the expansive Ottoman Empire at the end of the eighteenth century, extending from Spain to Abissinia (Ethiopia) to Western India. Dozens of countries are outlined and named. Both the Black and Caspian Seas are included. Mountains are shown in profile and shading. A road network is shown east of the Caspian Sea.

Good hand colour

Very good condition

Publication: Bankes's New System of Geography

code : M3219

Cartographer : Thomas

Date : 1777 London

Size : 32*42 cms

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Thomas Bowen (?? - 1790) On Emanuel Bowen's death, his cartographic work was taken over by his son, Thomas