South Africa Madagascar Mozambique Monomotapa Table Bay Good Hope c. 1780 map

Carte du Canal de Mosambique Contenant l'Isle de Madagascar...

(Old Maps, 18th Century Maps, Africa, South Africa, Cape Colony, Cape of Good Hope, Table Bay, Madagascar, Mozambique).

Issued c.1780, Paris by R. Bonne.

Attractive late 18th century engraved map, with lovely hand color. large inset at left depicting the Cape of Good Hope and Table Bay.

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina and uniform toning, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Original centerfold as issued.

Sheet Measures c. 10 1/2" H x 15 1/2" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 8 1/2" H x 12 1/2" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 1.

[R35816].