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Map of the West African coast from the North of Mauretania to Guinee, 1788

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Antique map titled 'Particular Map of the Western Coast of Africa, from Cape Blanco to Cape de Verga, and of the Course of the Rivers Senega and Gambia.' Map of the African coast from the north of Mauretania to Guinee. This region includes Senegal, Gambia, and Guinea-Bissau. The locations of several kingdoms are indicated, as well as the Sahara. Published by J. Harrison, 1788. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Bowen' after 'Haywood'.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.7 in (55.1 cm)Width: 14.93 in (37.9 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1788
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Condition: Very good, given age. Two tiny wormholes in the lower margin. Left margin cropped close to the platemark. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: PCT-56677 1stDibs: LU3054327195582

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