1748. Engraving: A plan of Rome showing its additions from the reign of Servius Tullius to its capture by the Gauls. Folding plate 7 x 12 inches, from The Universal History, from the Earliest Account of Time.

PLAN OF EARLY ROME FROM SERVIUS TULLIUS TO THE GALLIC SACK

Edité par Printed for T. Osborne, in Gray's Inn; A. Miller, in the Strand; and J. Osborn, in Paternoster Row., London, 1748

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This 1748 engraving illustrates the growth and fortifications of ancient Rome from the reign of Servius Tullius (578-535 BC) to its sack by the Gauls in 387 BC. During Servius Tullius' rule, Rome expanded significantly, with the construction of new ramparts, moats, and walls. The enclosed territory was divided into four administrative regions: Suburana, Esquilana, Collina, and Palatina. The engraving was printed in London by T. Osborne, A. Miller, and J. Osborn.1 folding plate. Intriguing layout of ancient Rome as it existed from approximately 578 BC to 387 BC. During the reign of Servius Tullius, the sixth king of Rome, the city experienced considerable growth. Rome was expanded with the construction of a new rampart, moat, and wall. The enclosed territory was organized into four administrative regions: Suburana, Esquilana, Collina, and Palatina. Size: 18 x 30 cms. Category: Universal History; Unframed Prints : Old; Printed before 1800; Roman History; 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. Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.

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• Titre: 1748. Engraving: A plan of Rome showing its additions from the reign of Servius Tullius to its capture by the Gauls. Folding plate 7 x 12 inches, from The Universal History, from the Earliest Account of Time.
• Éditeur: Printed for T. Osborne, in Gray's Inn; A. Miller, in the Strand; and J. Osborn, in Paternoster Row., London
• Date de parution: 1748
• Reliure: Unframed Print
• État de l'article: Very Good
• Catalogues du vendeur:
  • Universal History