Port of Rome Old Engraving, Port Civitavecchia by Roux 1764

Port of Rome Old Engraving - Port Civitavecchia by Joseph Roux, 1764
Title: Plan de Civitavecchia

This exquisite antique sea chart showcases the historic Port of Civitavecchia, also known as the "Port of Rome." A major seaport of Italy, located approximately 80 kilometers northwest of Rome, this port boasts a heritage dating back to ancient Roman times when it was known as Centumcellae.

Copperplate engraved with delicate hand coloring, the chart includes depth soundings and anchorage points, offering a glimpse into 18th-century nautical expertise. Created by Joseph Roux, Hydrographer to the King, whose works were trusted aboard legendary ships like HMS Victory and HMS Shannon, this map is steeped in maritime history.

Origin: Recueil des principaux plans des Ports et Rades de la Mer Mediterranee escraits… (Collection of The Main Plans of The Harbors and Harbors of The Mediterranean Sea.)

Dimensions:

• Sheet: Approx. 23 x 16.5 cm (9.25 x 6.5 inches)
• Image: Approx. 18.5 x 12.5 cm (7.25 x 5 inches)

Condition: Overall very good.