Africa Corrected from Observations of Mess's of ye Royal Societies of London and Paris
London: C. Price, J. Senex, J. Maxwell, c. 1711. Notes: Attractive example of an uncommon map, incorporating much commentary on the character of kings and tribesmen, presence of man-eaters, geographical information, and local produce.
A beautiful cartouche decorates the lower left corner, depicting an African woman suspiciously eyeing a serpent; she is joined by a scorpion, a lion, and three elephants. In the upper right, a dedicatory cartouche reads: "To Owen Brigstocke of Lechdony in the County of Carmathen.", Size : 665x960 (mm), 26.18x37.80 (Inches), Coloring: Original Hand Coloring, Reference: Norwich's 77.
, Category: Maps Africa Continent;. Slight darkening of central fold, otherwise Very Good. Due to its large size it is laid down on acid free canvas for long term preservation. Item #M6522
Notes: Attractive example of an uncommon map, incorporating much commentary on the character of kings and tribesmen, presence of man-eaters, geographical information, and local produce.
A beautiful cartouche decorates the lower left corner, depicting an African woman suspiciously eyeing a serpent; she is joined by a scorpion, a lion, and three elephants. In the upper right, a dedicatory cartouche reads: "To Owen Brigstocke of Lechdony in the County of Carmathen.", Size : 665x960 (mm), 26.18x37.80 (Inches), Coloring: Original Hand Coloring, Reference: Norwich's 77.
, Category: Maps Africa Continent;.
Price: $2,500.00