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Antique Map of Mauritania 'Africa' by G. Ruscelli, 1574

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About the Item

A very rare mid-16th century black and white map of North and West Africa called Mauritania by the Italian cartographic editor Girolamo Ruscelli. This print originates from the second edition of Ptolemy's 'Geografica'. Passe partout included, Italian text on verso.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.47 in (34.2 cm)Width: 16.66 in (42.3 cm)Depth: 0.12 in (3 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1574
  • Condition:
    Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-062251stDibs: LU305439781551

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