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Old Map of Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana with Paramaribo and Cayenne, c1760

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Description: Antique map titled 'Carte de la Guiane.' Antique map of the Guianas - present day Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana, including Paramaribo and Cayenne. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Jacques-Nicholas Bellin ' after an anonymous artist. Jacques-Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772) was a French hydrographer, geographer and member of The Philosophes. His career, spanning over 50 years, caused an enormous outpt in maps, particular of maritime interest. Condition: Very good, given age. Original middle fold as issued. Remains of attachment to carrier on the rear (top edge). General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.93 in (25.2 cm)Width: 14.65 in (37.2 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1760-1769
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1760
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: PCT-579421stDibs: LU3054326617742

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