Detailed Map of the Island of Gorée off of the Coast of Dakar, Senegal, 1747

Africa · 18th century

Detailed Map of the Island of Gorée off of the Coast of Dakar, Senegal, 1747

€ 340

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1747
Sheet size: 27.3 × 38.5 cm (10.7 × 15.2 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: PCT-57932

What the condition grades mean

Excellent: Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good: Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good: Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair: Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

Light vertical crease left of middle fold. A small stain in the middle of the sheet (left of middle fold). Original middle fold as issued.

About this sheet

Antique plan titled 'Plan de l'Isle de Goree

The island of Gorée lies off the coast of Senegal, opposite Dakar. From the 15th to the 19th century, it was the largest slave-trading center on the African coast.

Plattegrond van t'Eiland Goeree'. Detailed map of the island of Gorée off of the Coast of Dakar, Senegal. This print originates from 'Histoire générale des Voyages (..)' by P. de Hondt, 1747.

Artists and Engravers: Jakob van der Schley (Amsterdam 1715-1779) was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver. He studied under Bernard Picart and became heavily influenced by his style.