1814 Thomson Map of Greece, Turkey (in Europe) and the Balkans
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Description: This hand colored map is a steel plate engraving, dating to 1814 by the important English mapmaker John Thomson. It represents the Turkish Dominins in Europe. These areas include, Greece and the Balkans: Moldova, Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia, Dalmatia andMacedonia.. Thomson maps are known for their stunning color, awe inspiring size, and magnificent detail. Thomson’s work, including this map, represents some of the finest cartographic art of the 19th century.
Date: 1815
References: Rumsey 1007.026. Phillips, 731. Newberry Library: Ayer +135 T4 1817.
Cartographer: John Thomson was one of the leading masters of the Edinburgh school of cartography which flourished from roughly 1800 to 1830. Thomson & his contemporaries (Pinkerton & Cary) redefined European cartography by abandoning typical 18th century decorative elements such as elaborate title cartouches and fantastic beasts in favor of detail and accuracy. Thomson’s principle works include the “Thomson’s New General Atlas” published from 1814 though 1827 and his “Atlas of Scotland”. The “Atlas of Scotland”, a work of groundbreaking detail and dedication would eventually bankrupt the Thomson firm in 1830. Today Thomson maps are becoming increasingly rare as they are highly admired for their monumental size, vivid hand coloration, and superb detail.
Size: Printed area measures 13.5 x 18.5 inches (34.29 x 46.99 centimeters)
Condition: Very good condition. Narrow left margin. Blank on verso.
Code: TurkeyEurope-t-1814 (Necessary for phone orders : 646-320-8650)
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