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Auction 186, Lot 635

"The Plan of Constantinople", Salmon, Thomas

Subject: Istanbul, Turkey

Period: 1740 (circa)

Publication: Modern History

Color: Hand Color

Size:
11.3 x 6.8 inches
28.7 x 17.3 cm
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This small bird's-eye view of Istanbul is centered on the Bosphorus and shows numerous buildings, some of which are identified, including the Great Palace, Suleymaniye Mosque and Leander's Tower. Decorated by numerous sailing ships and boats.

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Condition: A+

A sharp impression on a bright sheet with a "CMT" watermark.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $160

Closed on 2/9/2022

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