Antique Engraving of Women of Kazegut in Sierra Leone, Africa, c.1750

Reference
CD-12332
Date
1750
Region
Africa
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
25.2 x 19.9 cm (9.9 x 7.8 in)
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 130

Antique print titled 'Femmes de Kazegut en differens habits'. Old print showing women of Kazegut (Sierra Leone) in different costumes. This print originates from Prevost's 'Histoire Generale des Voyages'.

Artists and Engravers: Antoine Francois Prevost d'Exiles (1697-1763), usually known simply as the Abbe Prevost, was a French author and novelist.

Condition: Very good, general age-related toning. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1750 Overall size: 19.9 x 25.2 cm. Image size: 14 x 19.4 cm.

Whilst cartography holds a special place in our collection, we also offer thousands of antique prints covering fields of interest as diverse as architecture, natural history, religion, ethnology and many more. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space.

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