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Auction 177, Lot 691
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"Zaara ou le Desert", Mallet, Alain Manesson

Subject: Northwestern Africa

Period: 1683 (published)

Publication: Description de l'Univers

Color: Hand Color

Size:
4 x 5.6 inches
10.2 x 14.2 cm
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This lovely miniature map covers northwestern Africa and extends to show the Mediterranean. It names Barbarie, Egypte, Biledulgerid, Zanhaga, Zuenziga, Targa, Lempta, Berdoa, Goaga, Pays des Negres, Guinee, and Nubie. It identifies the Niger and Nile rivers and a handful of towns. The decorative title cartouche at bottom features two natives riding elephants.

References: Pastoureau, MANESSON-MALLET I A [327].

Condition: A

A few spots in the blank margins, otherwise fine.

Estimate: $95 - $120

Sold for: $70

Closed on 4/29/2020

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