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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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Subject: Antique print, titled: 'Carte des Isles du Cap Verd.' - It shows: a map of the Cape Verde Islands Santiago, Maio, Boa Vista, Sal, and others.
Condition: Very good. Original folds, as issued. Later hand colouring. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
Size (in cm): The overall size is ca. 32.2 x 23.8 cm. The image size is ca. 28.4 x 21.4 cm.
Size (in inch): The overall size is ca. 13.2 x 9.6 inch. The image size is ca. 11.4 x 8.9 inch.
Medium: Hand colored etching/engraving on laid paper.
Location: A292-25
SKU: TPC 50799.1
Section: TPC-BELLIN-1758
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