Set of Three Antique Maps of Africa by Colton (circa 1855)

€ 252

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

Date: 1855
Sheet size: 47 × 40 cm (18.5 × 15.7 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-12321-1, BG-12321-2, BG-12321-3

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

General age-related toning, small holes in margin. Please review the images for further condition details.

About this sheet

Set of three individual maps of Africa including 'North West Africa', 'North Eastern Africa' and 'Southern Africa'. All three maps are surrounded by Colton's typical spiral motif border. Colton names numerous African tribes and nations throughout. An interesting set of maps with great detail.