$275
Description
Classic Levasseur style steel engraving with decorative scenes surrounding the map. Note the Turbaned man reading the “CORAN” upper right.
Year1845
Item#1710
ConditionVG+
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All maps sold by Art Post are in collectable condition.
Size 14" x 19"
RegionAfrica
Bio Victor Levasseur (1838-1854) was a French cartographer widely known for his distinctive decorative style. Produced numerous maps more admired for the artistic content of the scenes and data surrounding the map than for the detail of the map.
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