Africa continent 1748 Vaugondy miniature engraved map w/ lovely hand color

Africa continent 1748 Vaugondy miniature engraved map w/ lovely hand color

L'Afrique Divisee en ses Principales Parties.

(Old Maps, 18th Century Maps, Africa, Morocco, Egypt, Ethiopia, Abyssinia, Congo, Guinea, Madagascar).

Issued 1748, Paris by Robert de Vaugondy.

Mid 18th century engraved map with attractive hand color.

Remains a nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. Any age flaws mostly minor and easy to overlook or forgive.

Original center fold as issued.

Sheet Measures c. 7 1/4" H x 9 1/4" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 6 1/4" H x 7 3/4" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 4

[B12560].