Gezicht op Constantinopel, 1726 1726

This anonymous 1726 engraving titled "Gezicht op Constantinopel" depicts a bird's-eye view of the city of Constantinople, now Istanbul, with the Bosphorus Strait and the Sea of Marmara clearly visible. The detailed map-like illustration showcases the city's layout, featuring its prominent features like the Bosporus, the Golden Horn, and the surrounding landmass. The engraving offers a glimpse into the cityscape and urban geography of Constantinople during this period, providing valuable historical and cartographic insights into the city's development. The use of descriptive labels in French further enhances the artwork's informative nature.