Antique Map of the Course of the Sanaga River by Van Schley, 1747

Reference
BL-00031
Date
1747
Region
World
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
19.7 x 25.4 cm (7.8 x 10.0 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 128

Antique map titled 'Cours de la Riviere de Senegal (..) - Loop der Riviere Sanaga (..)'. Original antique map of the course of the Sanaga River that forms the border between Senegal and Mauritania. This map originates from 'Historische beschryving der Reizen (..)' published by P. de Hondt, 1747.

Artists and Engravers: Jacob van der Schley was a dutch engraver and artist, who studied under the French engraver Bernard Picart (1673-1733).

Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Minor wear, please study image carefully. Date: 1747 Overall size: 25.4 x 19.7 cm Image size: 21.5 x 15.5 cm

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