Original antique color lithographed map of Africa, printed more than 125 years ago.

  • Topography is drawn in relief and details cities, colonies, natural features, and political divisions.


  • Named places and features include the Barbary States, Cape Colony, Madagascar, Sahara Desert, Upper Ubangi, Angola, German Southwest Africa, Bechuanaland, Egypt, British East Africa, Italian Somaliland, French Guinea, Orange Free State, Cape Town, Cairo, the Zambesi River, Congo State, Tunis, and the Slave Coast.


  • The image area measures 19.6 x 16 cm [7¾" x 6¼"], water areas are tinted in a delicate blue wash, and the distance scale is delineated in English Miles.


  • The map was engraved by John Bartholomew, Edinburgh, and published by John Walker & Co. Ltd,, Farringdon House, Warwick Lane, London, in 1896.


  • Condition: It is in excellent condition, bright and clean, with a horizontal center fold, as issued, and no marks, rips, or tears. Please see the scans and feel free to ask any questions.


  • This is an original, authentic antique map, not a reproduction or modern reprint, and it is fully guaranteed to be genuine.


  • It would make a handsome display in your den or office. It would also make a perfect gift, and we'll include our helpful framing tips for your reference, along with a photocopy of the dated title page from the book in which it was published.


  • On the reverse side there's an inset plan of Egypt, from the mouths of the Nile to Assiut, including Alexandria, Cairo, and the Suez Canal.


  • Buy with confidence! We are always happy to combine shipping on the purchase of multiple items — just make sure to pay for everything at one time, not individually.

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