Skyros | Map Greek Islands Published by the Benedictine monk

Published by the Benedictine monk Bernard de Montfacaun – one of the founders of modern archaeology

An exceedingly decorative

Internal Dimensions - plate mark: 27cm x 20cm OR 10

antique map

Skyros | Map Greek Islands Published by the Benedictine monkA striking antique map of the island of Skyros, from C. Gouffiers Voyage Pittoresque de la Grce. Auguste de Choiseul Gouffier whose passion for ancient Greece led him to travel to the country in 1776 accompanied by an entourage of prominent artists and scholars. His monumental publication was received with enthusiasm in France. Gouffier was granted membership to the Acadmie Franaise and subsequently became the Ambassador of Constantinople. An