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Antique Map of the West African Coast and the Cape Verde Islands, c.1680

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Antique map Africa titled 'Isles du Cap Verd Coste et Pays des Negres'. Antique map of the coast of Africa and the Cape Verde islands. Artists and Engravers: Nicholas Sanson d'Abbeville (1600 - 1667) and his descendents were important French cartographer's active through the 17th century. Sanson started his career as a historian where, it is said, he turned to cartography as a way to illustrate his historical studies. Condition: Very good, please study image carefully. Date: c.1680 Overall size: 30 x 21 cm. Image size: 28 x 20 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: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1680
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  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-094121stDibs: LU3054325991922
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