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Ottoman Map of the Ottoman Empire, including Palestine (undated, early 20th century)

Description:
An Ottoman Turkish map of the Ottoman Empire, measuring 28.5 × 20.5 cm. A particularly notable feature of this map is that Palestine is marked as a distinct entity with defined borders, an uncommon representation in Ottoman cartography.

The map reflects the late Ottoman interest in geopolitical boundaries and territorial organization, capturing a period of significant political transformation in the region. The inclusion of Palestine as a labeled and bordered territory highlights the cartographic and political perception of the area during the waning years of the Empire.

Key Features:

• Language: Ottoman Turkish

• Region: Ottoman Empire (with Palestine distinctly outlined as a separate state)

• Size: 28.5 × 20.5 cm

• Date: Undated, likely early 20th century

• Condition: Good, with typical signs of age and handling

• Source: Ottoman educational or political atlas (exact publication unknown)