• presentation of the map reproduction without a frame
  • detail of the map from the centre
  • detail of the map from the centre left
  • detail of the map from the top left corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom left corner
  • detail of the map from the top right corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom right corner
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Antique map of Kurdistan, 1894

SKU:  189739

Antique map of Kurdistan, 1894

€55,00 EUR
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Francis Richard Maunsell (1861-1936) served as a British Army officer, diplomat, and intelligence operative, embarking on extensive travels throughout the Middle East during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In 1894, he authored an article titled "Kurdistan" for The Geographical Journal, chronicling his captivating journey through the region.

Maunsell's odyssey commenced in Mosul, Iraq, and traversed the Kurdish-inhabited landscapes of southeastern Turkey and northern Iraq. Along his route, he explored numerous Kurdish towns and villages, such as Suleimaniyah, Kirkuk, and Erbil, forging connections with local Kurdish tribal leaders, from whom he gleaned insights into their rich culture and history.

This article by Maunsell presents a valuable window into 19th-century Kurdistan, portraying its rugged terrain, diverse population, and vibrant cultural tapestry. Furthermore, it delves into the region's tumultuous political climate of that era, characterized by instability and conflict.

For those intrigued by Kurdistan's history and culture, Maunsell's article proves a captivating read. It stands as an indispensable resource for scholars and researchers devoted to studying the region. Beyond his piece in The Geographical Journal, Maunsell also penned a comprehensive book detailing his Kurdish expeditions, aptly named "The Kurdish Tribes of the Middle East" (1910). This work offers a more intricate portrayal of his journey, showcasing detailed observations of Kurdish society.

Maunsell's contributions significantly enrich our comprehension of Kurdistan. His writings stand as a valuable fount of information regarding Kurdish history, culture, and society, also serving as a poignant reminder of the intricate and enduring relationship between Kurdistan and the Western world.

Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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