Bünting’s woodcut map of Africa
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A woodcut of Africa from the 'Itinerarum Sacrae Scripturae'. Interesting features marked include: the mythical kingdom of Prester John; the source of the Nile in the mythical 'Mountains of the Moon; and the land of the 'elephant-eaters' (Elephantophagi).
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| Cartographer | |
|---|---|
| Date | 1600 |
| Extra Info | Africa Tertia Pars Terrae. |
| Publication | Magdeburg: c.1600. German edition. Woodcut, printed area 260 x 350mm. |
| Condition | A good example. |
| References | BETZ, 24.3; NORWICH: 17. |
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