1777 – J. F. Chereau – Orangerie Constantinople

Title:           “Vue de la Superbe Orangerie du grand Seigneur à Constantinople“

Description:

Very decorative view of the orangery in Constantinople, Istanbul, Turkey.

Engraving was made for viewing in a zograscope, called Optical print or Vue’ d’Optique or Guckkastenblatt.

Published by Jacques François Chéreau in Paris, 1777.

Publisher:             Jacques François Chéreau
Sheet size:              53,8 x 37,1 cm
Year:                         1777
Technique:             copper engraving

Condition:
Good, original condition. Contemporary hand coloring. Few small marginal splits and losses along the edges. General age-related toning and occasional minor defects from handling.

This is an original antique map published in 1777 and NOT a modern copy or reprint

On your request I will provide a Certificate of Authenticity