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Auction 172, Lot 685
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"Carte de Toutes les Isles Connues a la Coste de Zanguebar et Madagascar...", Bellin, Jacques Nicolas

Subject: Eastern Africa & Madagascar

Period: 1740 (dated)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
11.2 x 9.3 inches
28.4 x 23.6 cm
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This chart focuses on the numerous islands off the southeastern coast of Africa, including Madagascar, the Comoros Islands, Reunion and Mauritius, and the Seychelles. The coastline of Mozambique is also shown. There is good detail of shoals, rocks, and other navigational hazards.

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Condition: A

A crisp impression with faint offsetting and light toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $110 - $140

Sold for: $80

Closed on 4/17/2019

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