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Auction 103, Lot 521

"Algiers, and Parts Adjacent…", Anon.

Subject: Northern Africa

Period: 1749 (published)

Publication: Gentleman's Magazine,

Color: Black & White

Size:
4.2 x 7.7 inches
10.7 x 19.6 cm
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Interesting copper-engraved map showing the coastline of Algeria with the Bay of Algiers. Decorative title cartouche with key to the points of interest on the map. Two large vignettes of the native birds Boo-ank and Houbaara. North oriented to the right.

References: Jolly GENT-68.

Condition: A

Crisp dark impression on hand laid paper.

Estimate: $50 - $60

Sold for: $0

Closed on 6/11/2003

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