Africa - 1753
| Cartographer: | Gibson |
| Full Title: | "Africa" |
| Published: | 1753, London |
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"Africa," issued in 1753, London, by Gibson. A gorgeous mid 18th-century engraved folio map of Africa. Shows the continent as a whole, with various regions such as "Ethiopia" and "Monomotapa" broadly labeled. Note the vast region of the interior designated 'Parts Unknown.' Shows major mountain ranges, rivers, deserts, and even marshes. Features a gorgeous, large decorative cartouche and a simple compass rose topped by a fleur-de-lys.
In VG+ antiquarian condition; original fold line, as issued. With beautiful, full hand color.
Sheet measures c. 17
1/2" W x 14 3/4" H; image area measures c. 13" W x 11" H.
PLEASE NOTE: the left side of the map appears rather pink
in the photo where in actuality the map is off-white/natural colored and quite
uniform.
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| Item #: | 57217 |
| Item Title: | Africa |
| Price ($US, shipping not incl.): | $225 |
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