ca 1748 Plan de L'Isle et Ville de Quiloa Tanzania Africa Map Bellin Kilwa Kisiwani Map
Original Antique Map
Plan de L’Isle et Ville de Quiloa
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Dimensions: 230 x 140 mm, 9 x 5.5 inches
Year: ca 1748
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This bird’s-eye-view show the East African island of Quiloa, now known as Kilwa Kisiwani in Tanzania. Printed circa 1748, the map shows the fort, settlements, and gardens of the island. It dates to a few decades before the Arab conquest of the island, after which the French built a fort at its northern end. The map is a dark impression in very good condition. Jacques Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772) was the official hydrographer to the French king and the first person to hold the title of “Ingénieur de la Marine of the Depot des cartes et plans de la Marine” (chief engineer of the French Hydrographical Office). He was particularly well-known for his maps of the French Empire, especially the territories in North America. This map is a fine example of his detailed work.
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Condition: Minimal signs of wear, in very good condition.
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For other details and condition see the scans. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
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Note:
This is an original antique map. We don’t sell reproductions.
Item will be shipped in cardboard tube.
