Scarce elevated view of Istanbul, with the buildings shown in perspective.

Ships fill the seas, with three firing cannon. It was published in a newsbook, 'Relationis Historicae semestralis autumnalis continuatio', written by 'Jacobus Francus'.

Originally this was a pseudonym used by Conrad Lautenbach (1534-95) when the series began in the 16th century, but the name was adopted by subsequent writers of the newsbook.

Blank Verso.

Sheet size: 38 x 32 cm.

Excellent condition: narrow top margin, very fine impression.

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