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Antique Map of the Main Comoro Islands by Van Schley, 1749

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Antique map titled ‘Carte des Isles de Comore (..) - Kaart van de Eilanden Komoro (..)’. Original antique map of the main Comoro Islands or Comoros including Comore, Mohéli, Anjouan and Mayotte. This map originates from 'Historische beschryving der Reizen (..)' published by P. de Hondt, 1749. Artists and Engravers: Jakob van der Schley (1715-1779) was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver, who studied under Bernard Picart. Condition: Good, original folding lines. General age-related toning, minor wear. Please study image carefully. Date: 1749 Overall size: 31.3 x 25.1 cm Image size: 25.8 x 23.4 cm We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget
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    Height: 9.89 in (25.1 cm)Width: 12.33 in (31.3 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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    1749
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    Langweer, NL
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    Seller: BL-000131stDibs: LU3054327831482
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