MELLING Antoine-Ignace, “Vue de Dardanelles”, copper plating by Schroeder from the First Edition of the “Voyage pittoresque de Constantinople…”, Paris, 1819. Fine panoramic view of the mythical straits of Hellespont, depicting fleet development, along with fortified urban landscapes on the side shores. Elephant folio (engraving: 83 x 49,5cm, overall: 105 x 66,5cm). Light water-stains over the corners, far from the printed area. Scattered spotting lightly affecting the engraving image, light edge-wear, tearing at the upper and lower part of centerfold. Good condition.