Peter Kolbe Trading with the Khoikhoi, 18th Century Print

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Peter Kolbe (1675-1726) was a Dutch astronomer and naturalist. He was sent to the Cape of Good Hope with a mandate to compile a comprehensive description of South Africa and for astronomical and surveying research. Kolbe is best remembered for his publication Naauwkeurige beschryving van de Kaap de Goede Hoop. His account devotes 45 pages to mammals, 22 to birds, 24 to fishes, and 20 pages to snakes, insects and other animals. He was appointed as the first official astronomer in South Africa and worked at the Cape between 1705-13, providing a detailed account of day-to-day life at the Cape, also describing the geography, climate, flora and fauna, followed by an accurate study of the Hottentots (Khoikhoi, nomadic pastoralist non-Bantu indigenous population of southwestern Africa), covering their language, religion, lifestyle and customs. No artist credited, undated. © New York Public Library / Science Source

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Dutch Astronomer , Khoikhoi Trading , South African History , Indigenous Africans , Peter Kolbe Biography , Cape Of Good Hope Research , African Naturalist Study , Traditional Khoikhoi Culture , African Astronomy History

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Step into the fascinating world of 18th century South Africa with our framed print, 'Peter Kolbe Trading with the Khoikhoi'. This piece by New York Public Library's ScienceSource collection brings to life the remarkable story of Peter Kolbe, a Dutch astronomer and naturalist who ventured beyond his field to document the rich cultural heritage of this ancient land. A addition to any room, this framed print is sure to spark curiosity and inspire wonder.

A glimpse into the past, where cultures meet and traditions unfold. This 18th-century print captures a poignant moment of exchange between Peter Kolbe, a Dutch astronomer and naturalist, and the Khoikhoi people of South Africa.

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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.2cm x 19.3cm (8.3" x 7.6")

Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")