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Composite map of Africa

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Composite map of Africa
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Cohen. This map is a composite rendering of maps of Africa that were drawn by European cartographers between the 15th and 19th centuries. During that period, the real geography of the interior of the continent was largely unknown. The map captures some of the excitement and unintentional whimsy of early representations of the 'mysterious' continent. The coastline, the first area explored, is relatively accurate, but the inland sources of the rivers remain somewhat fanciful. The sources of the Nile, for example, are shown further south than the river's actual headwaters. Animals vary in appearance from the fantastic to the scientifically accurate. Many of the mountain ranges are imaginary. Art objects from a number of early traditions are illustrated, although most were not known to European travelers. 23 1/2 x 19 1/2". Map is wrinkled.

Date: 20th Century
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State: zAfrica
ID: 23018