Africa Continent 1749 Scarce Miniature Engraved & Hand Colored Map Continent & Regional

Africa According to the Latest Observations.(Old Maps, 18th Century Maps, Africa, Barbary Coast, Morocco, Tripoli, Egypt, Abyssinia, Guinea, Congo, Angola, Madagascar). Issued 1749, London, possibly by Senex. Mid 18th century engraved map with attractive hand color. A vast portion of the south is "Country of the Cafre" which has a long mountain chain "called the Backbone of the Earth". 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. 8" H x 9 1/4" W. Engraved Area Measures c. 6 1/4" H x 7 1/2" W.[B12372].