"Die Sud Cust von Andalusien von Cadiz durch die Meer Enge Gibraltar oder die Strasse aus dem Oceano ins Mittellaendische Meer", Bodenehr, Gabriel
Subject: Western Mediterranean - Gibraltar
Period: 1705 (circa)
Publication: Atlas Curieux
Color: Hand Color
Size:
9 x 6.6 inches
22.9 x 16.8 cm
Fine small map of the strategic Strait of Gibraltar. The map provides a detailed view of the Algecarias promontory in Andalusia, from Cadiz to Marbella, and the opposing coast of Africa from Tanger to Ceula. The map shows fortifications, anchorages, mountain ranges, towns and villages. Panels of text down each side of the engraving give a history of the region.
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Condition: A
Narrow top margin, as issued. Couple of printer's creases affecting side text panels.