One of the earliest printed maps of Africa
Africa, Libya, Morenland mit allen Königreichen...
Basle, c.1565, German text edition. Coloured woodcut, printed area 270 x 340mm.
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One of the earliest printed maps of Africa & MUNSTER, Sebastian.Stock #: 24891Similar to Sell?
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Munster's famous map of Africa, with a one-eyed giant seated over Nigeria, representing the mythical tribe of the 'Monoculi', and an elephant filling southern Africa. Also marked are several kingdoms, including that of Prester John, and 'Meroë', the mythical tombs of the Nubian Kings. The large text box contains a guide for sailing from Cadiz to Calecut in India.
Condition:
A good example.References:
NORWICH: 2.; BETZ: Map 3, variant 15.Related products
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