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Attractive map of Morocco and parts of Algeria. Maps by Sanson in original colour are rare. Nicolas Sanson was founder of the French school of mapmakers, at a time when the leadership in European cartography passed from the Low Countries to France. Copper engraving. Original colour. Very good condition. Some light browning to the centre fold. Attractive water mark. Size: 53 x 40 cm. (21 x 15½ inches)