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A Plan of the City and Country around about Algiers (litho)
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A Plan of the City and Country around about Algiers (litho)
KW276201 A Plan of the City and Country around about Algiers (litho) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: made for Sir John Willes, Lord Chief Justice of His Majesties Court of Common Pleas; ); Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12785637
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Algeria Mediterranean Algerian Coast
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This lithograph, titled "A Plan of the City and Country around about Algiers" takes us on a visual journey through the 18th-century North African city. The print, created by an English School artist, offers a detailed map of Algiers and its surrounding areas. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we are transported to a time when Sir John Willes, Lord Chief Justice of His Majesty's Court of Common Pleas, commissioned this piece for his private collection. The intricate details and precision in the drawing showcase both the artistic skill and the scientific accuracy employed by the cartographer. The map reveals not only the layout of Algiers but also provides insights into its coastal geography. We can see how it is nestled along Algeria's stunning Mediterranean coastline with its picturesque bay. This vantage point allows us to appreciate both the natural beauty and strategic significance that made Algiers such an important location during that era. Through this lithograph, we gain a glimpse into Algerian history while marveling at how artistry intersects with practicality in creating maps. It serves as a reminder of how these visual representations have played crucial roles in understanding our world throughout centuries. This remarkable print is now part of a private collection but continues to captivate viewers with its rich historical context and aesthetic appeal.
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