This fine Ptolemaic map is from the woodblocks of Laurent Fries, the famous physician, astrologer, and geographer. The map covers northwestern Africa showing the regions that would become Morocco and Algeria and including the Strait of Gibraltar, here called Fretum Herculen. The topography is dominated by large rivers, convoluted mountain ranges; the locations of ancient cities are noted. Title is from the verso, which contains Latin text.
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It was "Published by the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge (SPCK), 1847," as stated in the bottom margin and was designed by J. Archer as stated in small print on the map. Printed in London, a copy of the title page is included, see the pic.
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Issued 1683, Paris for Mallet. Asia Minor. Ancient Persia. Original 17th century antique miniature map. Engraved with very nice hand color. A superior visual example.
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Atlas of Ancient and Classical Geography, published in London by J.M. Dent & Co., 1908, a copy of the title page is included for authenticity. An Authentic Antique Map: Not a Modern Reproduction! Condition: The map is in Good condition, printed on heavy paper, blank on the reverse with two vertical folds as issued.
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Antique copper engraved map of North Africa, Mauritania, and Lybia, b y Alain Manesson Mallet (1630-1706), a French engineer at the court of Louis XIV. Edition : French edition, Paris, 1683, 17th Century.
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(Mauritania / Mauretanien. Condition: MNH. / weight etc.). Scans are provided for a reason. up to 20 grams / up to 0.70 ounces. up to 50 grams / up to 1.75 ounces.
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Description: While these maps by Van Schley after Bellin were initially made for 'Histoire Generale des Voyages' (Paris 1746-1759), this is from the 1758 Dutch edition of that work published by Arkstee & Merkus. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Jakob van Schley' after 'Jacques Nicolas Bellin'. Jakob van der Schley (1715-1779) was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver, who studied under Bernard Picart. Jacques-Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772) was a French hydrographer, geographer and member of The Philosophes. His career, spanning over 50 years, caused an enormous outpt in maps, particular of maritime interest.
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He served most of his life in the Bavarian Army eventually reaching the rank of General, while also establishing a reputation as a scholar. An Authentic Antique Map: Not a Modern Reproduction! International rates apply elsewhere.
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