Description: Title: Suite de la Coste de Guinee Gold Coast Africa, Detailed Antique Map by Jacques Nicolas Bellin 1753 Description: This detailed 18th-century map, Suite de la Coste de Guinee depuis le Cap Apollonia jusqu’a la Riviere de Volta ou la Coste d'Or, focuses on the Gold Coast region of Africa, now part of modern-day Ghana. The map offers a rich historical view of the kingdoms that once thrived along the coast during the 1700s, when European trade was prominent. History: The map was created by renowned French cartographer Jacques Nicolas Bellin and features copperplate engraving with hand-coloring, accompanied by a decorative double cartouche. This work was engraved by Jakob van der Schley, a skilled Dutch engraver who studied under Bernard Picart and contributed to the Dutch edition of Prévost's Histoire Générale des Voyages. Published by Pierre de Hondt in The Hague between 1747 and 1780, it offers a glimpse into the strategic importance of the Gold Coast during this time. Cartographer: Jacques Nicolas Bellin (1703–1772) served as the Royal Hydrographer to the French Navy and was a member of the Royal Society. His maps were highly regarded for their precision and attention to maritime detail. Engraver: Jakob van der Schley (1715–1779), a Dutch engraver known for his detailed work on many historical maps, including those in Prévost's famous Histoire Générale des Voyages. Specifications:Sheet Size: 47 x 25 cm (18.5 x 9.75 inches)Image Size: 44 x 22.5 cm (17.25 x 8.75 inches)Condition: Very good, clean engravings with folds as published Key Features:Detailed 18th-century map of the Gold Coast (now Ghana) by Jacques Nicolas BellinDepicts African kingdoms during the peak of European trade along the Gold CoastEngraved by Jakob van der Schley, a prominent Dutch engraverPublished by Pierre de Hondt as part of Prévost’s Histoire Générale des Voyages Shop with Confidence: At MAPandMAPs, we offer an impressive collection of authentic antique maps, including this historically significant map of the Gold Coast from 1753 by Jacques Nicolas Bellin. Perfect for collectors of African history and cartography, this map provides a window into 18th-century African kingdoms and European trade. MapandMaps. For the complete Map and Print collection see our online site. MapandMaps Cartography of the World. Always real antique maps - Always original - Never reproductions. Europe buyers; we accept payment in Euro.
Price: 145 USD
Location: Europe EU.
End Time: 2025-01-12T19:12:15.000Z
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City: Africa original antique map.
Format: Atlas Map
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Printing Technique: Copper Plate
Type: County Map
