{"product_id":"1895-lithograph-ruins-taranto-italy-mediterranean-archeology-architecture-dunes-151631-xgca8-001","title":"1895 Lithograph Ruins Taranto Italy Mediterranean Archeology Architecture XGCA8","description":"This is an original 1895 two-color  lithograph map of the ancient city of Taranto, Italy.  The city was an important commercial and military port during both Greek and Roman rule. Taranto was founded in 706 BCE as the only colony settled by Spartan immigrants. \u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 116+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. Original mailing center crease. No surface rub.No tears. No water damage. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Original Lithograph; Two-Color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e Very Fine +++\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 9 x 6.5 inches; 23 x 17 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentication:\u003c\/b\u003e Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w\/ Full Provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProtection:\u003c\/b\u003e Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e Explore what the regions of France and Italy used to look like in this rare portfolio of maps presented by Period Paper. Unmarred by modern construction, venture from the realm of modern familiarity and witness the geographic wonders of ancient Rome, France and Italy.  From the Greek settlement of Taranto, to the Marseille Riviera, this portfolio does more than simply strengthen your knowledge of geography.  The portfolio of images allows a glimpse into a past gone but not forgotten.  Should you be interested in viewing more images from this portfolio, simply click on the link provided under the condition paragraph. Enjoy! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeywords specific to this image: Canal, Masonry, Archaeology, Column, Portico, Beach of Léques, Quarry, Reservoir, Roman, City, Tauroentum, Tarentum, Apulia, Greek\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eXGCA8C95 \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Period Paper","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38478396689,"sku":"151631_XGCA8_001","price":66.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1021\/8371\/products\/XGCA8_001_448768d4-1f62-4933-99c1-955953ca2723.jpg?v=1571712952","url":"https:\/\/www.periodpaper.com\/products\/1895-lithograph-ruins-taranto-italy-mediterranean-archeology-architecture-dunes-151631-xgca8-001","provider":"Period Paper Historic Art LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}