1766 – P. De Pretot – Carte Nouvelle d’Afrique

Title:                      “Carte Nouvelle d’Afrique”
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Description:

Map of Africa with extensive notes left, title dated 1766 cartouche top left, drawn by Moithey.

Map Maker:       Philippe De Pretot (1710-1787)

Sheet size:        47 x 31,3 cm

Date:​                  1766

Technique:         copper engraving
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Condition:
​Good, for its age. Brownish paper. Verso reinforcement around margins (map was in the frame before). Centerfold is reinforced.
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This is a genuine antique map published in 1766 and not a modern copy or reprint!