‘Coast of Arabia: taken at anchor in 15 fathoms about a mile distant from Shaum. Drawn by M. Houghton’
Date:
1816/1826
Description:
Abstract: Distinctive Features:An outline coastal view in three parts depicting the Arabian coast of the Persian Gulf drawn by Lieutenant Michael Houghton during the survey carried out by the Bombay Marine’s officers in 1821 showing the position of towers of Shaum [Ash Sha‘m or Sha’am], Sheik’s village and ruins of the Zyah Fort and of a mosque, with longitude reported.Physical description: Materials:Pen and ink on paperDimensions:536 x 745 mm