Ancient World 1802 Conder engraved map Africa Mts. of Moon Europe Arabia India
Ancient World 1802 Conder engraved map Africa Mts. of Moon Europe Arabia India Ancient World 1802 Conder engraved map Africa Mts. of Moon Europe Arabia India Ancient World 1802 Conder engraved map Africa Mts. of Moon Europe Arabia India Ancient World 1802 Conder engraved map Africa Mts. of Moon Europe Arabia India
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The World as Known to the Ancients.

(Ancient World, Europe, North Africa, Asia, Middle East, India, Red Sea, Mediterranean Sea).

Issued 1802, London by T. Conder.

Early 19th century engraved map with attractive original hand color.

The apocryphal Mountains of the Moon are shown within the African interior as a Nile river source. Title within a scroll & swags frame at lower right.

Remains a nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. Any age flaws mostly minor and easy to overlook or forgive.

Original fold lines as issued.

Sheet Measures c. 10 1/4" H x 14 1/2" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 9 1/2" H x 12" W.

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

[R36069-R26100].