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Bowen's Map of Eastern Africa - Nubia & Abissinia

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Maps, Atlases & Globes - Africa Start Price:50.00 USD Estimated At:100.00 - 300.00 USD
Bowen's Map of Eastern Africa - Nubia & Abissinia
Item/Description: Emanuel Bowen's map of East Africa, including parts of Egypt and Arabia from 'A Complete System of Geography'. "A New and Accurate Map of Nubia & Abissinia together with all the Kingdoms Tributary Thereto, and bordering upon them. Laid down from the latest & best Authorities and regulated by Astronl. Observations", Bowen, Emanuel. Engraved map covering eastern Africa, the Red Sea and part of Arabia. Names many kingdoms in the region of present-day Egypt, Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, and Eritrea. Filled with place names, trails, and extensive notations describing various tribes and traveling conditions. Includes a pictorial cartouche and a compass rose with fleur de lis.

Material: Paper, framed and matted

Dimensions: Image size: Height: 16 1/2"; Width: 20 1/2". Framed: Height: 23"; Width: 20 1/2"

Condition: Signs of age and wear include creases, discoloration, staining. Toned, darker along fold. Frame shows minor surface scratches and scuffing.

Age: 1747 (published)

Provenance: Private estate

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