1756 – D. R. de Vaugondy – L’Afrique

Title:                      “L’Afrique dressés sur les relations les plus recentes et assujettie aux observations astronomiques…1756”
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Description:
Large and decorative map of Africa continent.

The map comes from Didier Robert de Vaugondy atlas “Atlas Universel Paris: chez les auteurs & Boudet.” published in Paris in 1756.

Cartographer/Publisher:      Didier Robert de Vaugondy (1723-1786)
Sheet size:                                      74,0 x 55,5 cm
Year:                                                 1756
Technique:                                  copper engraving

Condition:

Good condition. Watermarked paper, contemporary coloring. Verso reinforcements on margin with archival paper tape and centerfold (map was in the frame before).

This is an original antique map published in 1756 and not a modern copy or reprint

On your request I will provide a Certificate of Authenticity