Antique Map of the Gambia River by J. Van Schley, circa 1750

Reference
BG-03507
Date
1750
Region
Africa
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
25.0 x 37.5 cm (9.8 x 14.8 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 227

"Carte de la Riviere de Gambra ou Gambie. Depuis son Embouchure Jusqu a Eropina". Orig. copper-engraving after Capt. J. Leach's map of the region from 1732. With ornamental title cartouche and Dutch title under the map ("Kaart van den Loop der Riviere Gambra, of Gambea, van derzelver Mond tot aan Eropina").

A map of western part of the river Gambia from its mouth to the place named "Eropina". Many small settlements are shown.

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