Island and Village of Cufeeq between Sol and Cafi – Egypt Engraving, c.1755

€ 460

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

Date: 1755
Mapmaker / artist: Frederik Ludvig Norden, Copenhagen, circa 1755
Technique: Copper engraving
Sheet size: 29 × 44.6 cm (11.4 × 17.6 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14183-12

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

Good antique condition. Light age toning and occasional spotting. Plate mark visible. Margins intact.

About this sheet

Island and Village of Cufeeq between Sol and Cafi – Egypt Engraving, c.1755

This panoramic engraving shows the island and village of Cufeeq between Sol and Cafi, presenting a quiet rural Nile landscape framed by palm trees and low vegetation. Small figures and tents introduce a human element without disturbing the overall sense of openness and scale.
Unlike plates focused on monumental antiquities, this view captures everyday life and geography along the Nile, making it especially appealing for collectors interested in social history and ethnographic detail.

The horizontal format and balanced composition make this an excellent decorative piece as well as a historical document.

Condition report:
Good antique condition. Light age toning and occasional spotting. Plate mark visible. Margins intact.

Framing tips:
A light mat and natural wood frame enhance the pastoral quality of the scene.