The map, showing Madagascar oriented with north to the right, is featured at the top of the page. Coordinates approximate and based on Greenwich meridian. 2 bar scales on map, given in "Lieuës de France" and "Lieuës d'Allemagne." Below the map is text (in French) describing the island of Madagascar and its people. Bordering the page are illustrations depicting life and customs in Madagascar including circumcision, funerals and executions as well as illustrating various modes of attire. Atlas historique, ou, Nouvelle introduction à l'histoire ... Amsterdam, 1705-1720. Tome VI, no. 34, p. 142.
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