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Antique Print of a Fort on the Gold Coast of Africa by Dapper, c.1670

$407.37
£303.20
€340
CA$557.99
A$620.61
CHF 324.06
MX$7,552.17
NOK 4,138.79
SEK 3,881.45
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`Antique print titled 'Kasteel van Cormantin/The castle Cormantine'. Fine engraving depicting one of the forts on the Gold Coast of Africa. Cormantine Castle first was a British fort, later the Dutch captured it and named it 'Fort Amsterdam'. Originates from 'Naukeurige beschrijvinge der Afrikaensche eylanden'. Artists and Engravers: Olfert Dapper (c. 1635 - 1689) was a Dutch physician and writer. He wrote books about history and geography, although he never travelled outside Holland. Condition: Very good, repair on folding line. Few marginal tears, please study image carefully. Date: c.1670 Overall size: 42 x 34.5 cm. Image size: 34 x 24 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: 13.59 in (34.5 cm)Width: 16.54 in (42 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1670
  • Condition:
    Repaired: repair on folding line. Condition: Very good, repair on folding line. Few marginal tears, please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-023181stDibs: LU3054329296332

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