Subject: Africa Period: 1762 Publication: Atlas Moderne Color: Hand colored. Handsome copper engraved map of the continent showing the extent of knowledge in the mid 18th century. While mostly accurate, it does have remnants of fantasy. The pictorial title cartouche features pine trees, a leopard and a crocodile. Measurements: 7 1/2 inches x 9 1/2 inches (19cm x 24cm). Condition: An old '19' in ink shows through from the back on the top corner, some residue around the front border, old tape applied to the border on verso, with foxing consistent with age as shown.