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Madagascar – Antique African Sea Chart, Bonne c1780
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Mozambique Channel
Madagascar – Antique African Sea Chart, Bonne c1780
Description:
This finely engraved late-18th-century sea chart depicts the Mozambique Channel with Madagascar and the southeastern coast of Africa, extending from the Cape of Good Hope northward toward Melinde. Executed by Rigobert Bonne, hydrographer to the French Navy, the map reflects Enlightenment-era maritime knowledge and European naval interest in East African trade routes. Coastal profiles, soundings, island groups, and prevailing currents are carefully delineated, emphasizing navigation rather than inland detail. Madagascar is shown prominently with early European place names, while the African coast illustrates ports, rivers, and anchorages vital to Indian Ocean commerce. The restrained, elegant engraving and balanced composition make this an excellent example of French nautical cartography from the period, equally suitable for collectors of African maps or refined interior display.
Condition:
Good antique condition. Light age toning, original centerfold as issued, minor surface wear at margins. The map is offered unframed, preserving the sheet in its original, untouched state.
Framing tips:
Pairs well with a dark walnut or ebonized frame and a wide warm-white mat to emphasize the horizontal format.
Keywords:
Mozambique Channel, Madagascar map, East Africa map, Indian Ocean chart, antique sea chart, African coast map, 18th century cartography, French naval map, Rigobert Bonne, maritime engraving
Technique: Copper engraving
Maker: Rigobert Bonne, France, circa 1780
- Dimensions:Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 16.15 in (41 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1780
- Condition:Good antique condition. Light age toning, original centerfold as issued, minor surface wear at margins. The map is offered unframed, preserving the sheet in its original, untouched state.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-14105-111stDibs: LU3054348264152
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