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1792 Map of Eastern Africa and the Arabian Peninsula by Delisle/Elwe
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1792 Map of Eastern Africa and the Arabian Peninsula by Delisle/Elwe
This detailed 1792 map, created by Delisle and published by Elwe, depicts northeastern Africa, including Egypt, Nubia, and Abyssinia, along with the Red Sea and Arabian Peninsula. It highlights the political divisions, kingdoms, roads, topographical features, settlements, and encampments of the region.
Notable features include the Nile River, originating from the mountains near Lake Dambee, and various annotations about tribes, trade routes, and locations of valuable emeralds.
Other key places and terms of interest:
1. Egypt (Egypte) - One of the main regions depicted, including the Nile River and the city of Cairo (Kaire).
2. Nubia (Nubie) - Located south of Egypt, known for its historical significance and ancient kingdoms.
3. Abyssinia (Abissinie) - Refers to the historical region of modern-day Ethiopia, noted for its ancient civilization and cultural heritage.
4. Red Sea (Mer Rouge) - The map details the western coastline of the Red Sea, important for historical trade routes.
5. Arabian Peninsula (Peninsule Arabique) - Shows parts of present-day Saudi Arabia, including areas like the Gulf of Persia (Persian Gulf).
6. Nile River - The source of the Nile is marked near the mountains by Lake Dambee, an important feature for geographical and historical studies.
7. Sinai Peninsula - Part of the Arabian desert area shown on the map, significant for its biblical and historical references.
8. Sahara Desert (Desert de Barbarie) - Large portions of the Sahara are labeled, including various tribes and nomadic groups.
9. Mogadishu (Mogadiscio) - Part of the area in the southeastern corner of the map, which relates to the region of modern Somalia.
10. Emerald Mines - The map notes the location of emeralds, which might attract those interested in the natural resources and historical trade of the region.
11. Trade Routes and Tribal Areas - Various trade routes and tribal areas are marked, which would interest those studying ancient trade networks and cultural interactions.
Measuring 22.3 inches wide by 19.2 inches high, the map retains its original colors on watermarked paper. Despite minor staining along the centerfold and a repaired chip near the top affecting the title, it remains a crisp and informative historical document.
- Dimensions:Height: 19.2 in (48.77 cm)Width: 22.3 in (56.65 cm)Depth: 0.002 in (0.06 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:1790-1799
- Date of Manufacture:1792
- Condition:Good, considering age. Despite minor staining along the centerfold and a repaired chip near the top affecting the title, it remains a crisp and informative historical document.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-138591stDibs: LU3054341276522
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