Mittel und Nord-Africa (Westl. Theil).

(Old Maps, 19th Century Maps, Africa, West Africa, Guinea, Senegal, Gambia, Ivory Coast, Dahomey, Benin).

Issued 1855 Gotha by Justus Perthes for Stieler. Map by Stulpnagel.

Nicely detailed oversize mid-19th century engraved map with original hand color. Color coded key showing territorial possessions, small profile of mt. heights.

This example has no centerfold.

Stieler maps went through continual revisions. Thus, for any specific Stieler map such as this one, there are often numerous variant issues with varying details.

Nice looking example, clean, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Sheet Measures c. 14 3/4" H x 17 1/2" W.

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

[R27707].