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Auction 131, Lot 870
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"Guinea Zwischen Sierra-Leona und dem Aequator", Schraembl, Franz Anton

Subject: Western Africa

Period: 1786 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
26 x 12 inches
66 x 30.5 cm
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This very uncommon Austrian map covers the western coast of Africa from Sierra Leone to the equator. It is based on the cartography of D'Anville and includes superb detail of the coastline. At center is a large inset of the Gold Coast showing the locations of Dutch, English and Danish fortresses.

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Condition: B+

Original outline color with a few minor spots on the centerfold.

Estimate: $100 - $150

Sold for: $75

Closed on 3/17/2010

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