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Comore Island Original Antique Engraving by Van Schley, 1749
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Antique map titled 'Carte des Isles de Comore Johanna ou Anouan Mohilla ou Moaly et Mayote (..) - Kaart van de Eilanden Komoro, Anjuan, Moelia, en Mayotta (..)'. Copper engraving of the Comoro Islands or Comoros. This map originates from 'Historische beschryving der reizen, of Nieuwe en volkoome verzameling van de aller-waardigste en zeldsaamste Zee- en Landtogten' by P. de Hondt.
Artists and Engravers: Engraved by Jakob van der Schley (Amsterdam 1715-1779), a Dutch draughtsman and engraver. He studied under Bernard Picart and became heavily influenced by his style.
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- Dimensions:Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 11.3 in (28.7 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
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- Date of Manufacture:1749
- Condition:Condition: Good, given age. Original folds as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Spot at the bottom of the print. Please study scan carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BL-000711stDibs: LU3054327795632
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