Antique Map of the Sanaga River, Senegal, 1747

About the Item

Antique map titled 'Cours De La Riviere De Sanaga Ou Senegal (..) - Kaart van den Loop der Riviere Sanaga (..)'. Attractive double map of the Sanaga River, Senegal, Africa. This map originates from 'Historische beschryving der Reizen (..)' published by P. de Hondt, 1747. Artists and Engravers: Jacob van der Schley was a dutch engraver and artist, who studied under the French engraver Bernard Picart (1673-1733). Condition: Very good, given age. Original folds as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: 1747 Overall size: 31.5 x 25 cm. Image size: 28.5 x 22.3 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.

Dimensions:

Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 12.41 in (31.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1747

Condition:

Condition: Very good, given age. Original folds as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully.

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

Reference Number:

Seller: PCT-613981stDibs: LU3054327913112

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