This large beautifully hand coloured original antique map of the Turkish Empire in Europe - from Greece to Hungary including Italy - by Alexis Hubert Jaillot after Nicolas Sanson was engraved in 1716 - the date is engraved in the title cartouche  

These highly detailed large maps did not survive in great numbers due mainly to their size. This one is in fine condition. (Ref: Tooley; M&B)

General Description:
Paper thickness and quality: - Heavy and stable
Paper color: - off white
Age of map color: - Original
Colors used: - Yellow, green, red, brown.
General color appearance: - Authentic and fresh
Paper size: - 36 1/2in x 25 1/2in (930mm x 650mm)
Plate size: - 35in x 23in (890mm x 585mm)
Margins: - Min 1in (25mm)

Imperfections:
Margins: - None
Plate area: - Light soiling along centerfold
Verso: - None
 

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