Antique Print of the Island of Gorée by Bellin, c.1748

Reference
BG-09437
Maker
Jacques-Nicolas Bellin
Date
1748
Region
Africa
Category
Engraving
Sheet size
25.0 x 20.0 cm (9.8 x 7.9 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 73

Antique print Africa titled 'Vue de la Rade de l'Ile de Gorée'. Antique print depicting the island of Gorée, Senegal.

Artists and Engravers: Jacques-Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772) was a French hydrographer, geographer and member of The Philosophes. His career, spanning over 50 years, caused an enormous output in maps, particular of maritime interest.

Condition: Very good, please study image carefully. Date: c.1748 Overall size: 20 x 25 cm. Image size: 14 x 19 cm.

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