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Auction 117, Lot 821

"Isles du Cap Verd Coste et Pays des Negres", Sanson, Nicolas

Subject: Africa - Western

Period: 1699 (published)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
11.2 x 7.7 inches
28.4 x 19.6 cm
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An attractive map of the important Cape Verde Islands and the opposite African coast from Cap Blanc to Sierra Leone. The prime meridian runs prominently along the coast. Decorated with a fancy title cartouche.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $180 - $220

Sold for: $160

Closed on 12/6/2006

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