Description: Title of the view:"CASTEL DEL MINA ten tyde der PORTUGESENCHATEAU DE ST GEORGES DE LA MINE Telquil é toit du temps des Portugais" Large and nice copper engraved view of Elmina castle in Ghana, by Olfert DAPPER (1636-1689). Elmina castle was eriged by the Portuguese in 1482 as Castelo de Sao Jorge da Mina, also known as Mina, present day Elmin, in Ghana. It was the first trading place built in the Gulf of Guinea, and became one of the most important etape for the commerce of the slaves in Africa. Dapper was a Dutch physician and writer. He wrote books of history and geography. His famous book is "Description de l'Afrique", one of the most important work about Africa in 17th century. Size with margins : 41 x 33,5 cm / 16,1 x 12,9 inches Condition : very good condition, large marginsEdition : Amsterdam, edited by Jacob von Meurs, 1677, 17th century If you buy more than one item, you have to pay only one shipping cost.We send maps by DHL.WE DON'T SELL LASER AND COPIES MAPS, ALL WE SELL IS ORIGINAL AND ANTIQUEDue to the age an type of paper, some imperfections are to be expected. Please examine the images provided carefully, and if you have any questions please ask and we will be happy to help you
Price: 180 USD
Location: Paris
End Time: 2024-08-12T11:08:23.000Z
Shipping Cost: 30 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Printing Technique: Copper Plate
Date Range: 1600-1699
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Country/Region: Ghana
Year: 1677
