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Original Antique Map of the Bay and the Island of Arguin, Mauritania, 1747
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Antique map titled ’Plan de la Baye et Isle d'Arguim (..) - Oppervlakte van de Baai en 't Eiland van Arguin (..)'.
Original antique map of the bay and the island of Arguin. This map originates from 'Historische beschryving der Reizen (..)' published by P. de Hondt, 1747.
Arguin is an island off the western coast of Mauritania in the Bay of Arguin. It is approximately 6 km × 2 km (3.7 mi × 1.2 mi) in size, with extensive and dangerous reefs around it. The island is now part of the Banc d'Arguin National Park.
Artists and Engravers: Jakob van der Schley (1715-1779) was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver, who studied under Bernard Picart.
- Dimensions:Height: 8.35 in (21.2 cm)Width: 10.48 in (26.6 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:1740-1749
- Date of Manufacture:circa 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:1stDibs: LU3054327350392
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