"Carte de l'Afrique Francoise ou du Senegal Dressee sur un Grand Nombre de Cartes Manuscrites...", Delisle/Covens & Mortier

This impressive, large map covers present-day Senegal and Gambia. The map is colored to show the extents of various tribes and provides extensive detail along the Senegal River. The region was an important center for African trade, especially the slave trade, and was the site of various battles between the European powers. This map represents the French interests in the region who broke the Portuguese monopoly in the late 16th century and established trading posts along the river. Decorated with large, uncolored, title and scale of miles cartouches.

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Condition: A

A sharp impression on a bright sheet with contemporary outline color, a hint of toning along the centerfold, and a soft horizontal crease.