Title / Subject: 'The City of Babylon'

Date: 1747

Size: The printed area measures approximately 455mm x 324mm with small margins beyond, blank verso.

Description: A superbly engraved and detailed view of ancient Babylon showing the Tower of Babylon and with figures and animals in the foreground.

Artist / Engraver: J. Mynde

Provenance: 'An Universal History, From the Earliest Account of Time ...', published by T. Osborne, A. Millar & J. Osborne, London, 1747

Condition: Excellent condition. Light age toning. 2cm closed tear at the right edge of the printed area which is almost invisible when the sheet is laid down (se photo 4). Folds as published (originally published within an 8vo volume so had to be folded to fit). Please study all the photographs carefully to fully appreciate the condition.

Ref: P01102