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Antique Map of Gambia, West Africa

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€352
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CA$580.31
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A$632.43
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CHF 334.90
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About the Item

Antique map titled 'Carte du Cours de la Riviere de Gambra ou Gambie (..)'. Detailed map of Gambia, West Africa, surrounded by Senegal with decorative title based on information supplied by Captain John Leach. Engraved by J.N. Bellin. Published circa 1750. Bellin was a French multifaceted hydrographer and geographer had an incredibly successful 50 year career producing maps. His illustrious career started at just 18 years of age when he was appointed Chief Cartographer to the French Navy in 1721. His attention to detail, accuracy and high standard of workmanship resulted in him playing an integral role to France’s leadership in European cartography. In addition to being the Chief Cartographer of France’s hydrographic office, he was also a member of the Académie de Marine, the Royal Society of London, and the Philosophes (French intellectual group).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.97 in (25.3 cm)Width: 14.97 in (38 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1750
  • Condition:
    General age-related toning. Original folding lines. Minor wear and soiling, blank verso. Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-13188-31stDibs: LU3054331132682

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