This fascinating sheet focuses on the Cape of Good Hope and the region surrounding it. At top is a small map of South Africa with a few place names, rivers, and depictions of indigenous animals. A large mountain and forested area on the map is labeled Namaquas. The map is a close copy of one published by Guy Tachard in a travel book of Africa in 1686. Surrounding the map are columns of text describing the region and engravings of native African people (Hottentots and Namaquas). The bottom half of the sheet depicts 8 different types of animals from the region with additional descriptions, including a rhinoceros, a horned snake, a chameleon, a deer, and several types of lizards.

References: Norwich #166.

Condition: A

A full sheet with attractive color and a hint of toning.