Palmyra Syria Ancient Roman Ruins Bird's Eye View c. 1730 Gavinengraved view
Palmyra Syria Ancient Roman Ruins Bird's Eye View c. 1730 Gavinengraved view Palmyra Syria Ancient Roman Ruins Bird's Eye View c. 1730 Gavinengraved view Palmyra Syria Ancient Roman Ruins Bird's Eye View c. 1730 Gavinengraved view
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Ancient City of Palmire or Tadmor in the Wilderness.

(Asia, Middle East, Syria, Palmyra, City Views, Ancient Ruins, Bird's Eye View, Roman Ruins).

Issued c. 1730, London for Salmon. Engraved by Gavin.

Early 18th century engraved prospect view of these famous ruins.

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, some toning and spotting, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Original center fold as issued.

Sheet measures c. 7" H x 8" W.

Engraved area measures c. 3 3/4" H x 7 1/4" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):.
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 3.

[R25916].