Map of False Bay and the Cape Peninsula by Robert Jacob Gordon

Map of False Bay and the Cape Peninsula 1780

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amateur sketch

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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incomplete sketchy

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charcoal drawing

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possibly oil pastel

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underpainting

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detailed observational sketch

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watercolour bleed

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watercolor

"Map of False Bay and the Cape Peninsula" is a detailed hand-drawn map by Robert Jacob Gordon, a Dutch military officer and cartographer, created in 1780. The map depicts the coastline of False Bay and the Cape Peninsula, including prominent features like the bay, mountains, and rivers. This map was likely used for navigation and exploration, and it showcases the precise and informative style of cartography during this period. Gordon's work is notable for its accuracy and detailed depiction of the landscape, providing valuable insights into the early cartography of the region.

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