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1748. Engraving: The Serpent Column Porphyry Pillar Marcian's Pillar and the Hippodrome with the Theban Obelisk. Folding plate 6.5 x 10 inches from The Universal History from the Earliest Account of Time
1748372012Printed for T. Osborne in Gray's Inn; A. Miller in the Strand; and J. Osborn in Paternoster Row London 1748. Unframed Print. Very Good Condition. This 1748 engraving depicts several monumental structures located in the Hippodrome of Constantinople modern-day Istanbul a grand arena used for chariot racing and public ceremonies. Among the notable features illustrated are The Serpent Column originally erected at Delphi to commemorate the Greek victory over the Persians at Plataea 479 BCE later moved to Constantinople by Emperor Constantine. The Porphyry Pillar A column made of red porphyry believed to have been erected by Constantine the Great. The Pillar of Emperor Marcian a 5th-century monument honouring Emperor Marcian known for its Corinthian-style capital. The Theban Obelisk also known as the Obelisk of Theodosius originally from Egypt brought to Constantinople by Emperor Theodosius I. The engraving was printed in London by T. Osborne A. Miller and J. Osborn.1 folding plate. Size: 17 x 26 cms. Category: Universal History; Unframed Prints : Old; Printed before 1800; PRINTS : Antiquarian Interest; Special Features. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost. Printed for T. Osborne, in Gray's Inn; A. Miller, in the Strand; and J. Osborn, in Paternoster Row unknown
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