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'The Baobab Tree of Kouroundingkoto; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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'The Baobab Tree of Kouroundingkoto; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
'The Baobab Tree of Kouroundingkoto; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin
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The Baobab Tree of Kouroundingkoto - A Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875
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is an evocative photograph that transports us back in time to the heart of West Africa. The image, taken from H.W. Bates' "Illustrated Travels" published by Cassell, Petter, and Galpin in London during the late 19th century, captures the majesty of the African landscape and the daily life of its people. The photograph centers around a towering baobab tree, its massive trunk a testament to the passage of time. Baobabs are iconic trees of the African continent, their unique shape and size making them a symbol of strength and resilience. The tree stands proudly in the foreground, its branches reaching out towards the clear blue sky, while in the background, mud-brick buildings and thatched huts dot the landscape. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and vast open plains, with the sun casting long shadows over the terrain. A group of people, both black and white, can be seen in the distance, adding a sense of scale and activity to the image. The village of Kouroundingkoto, located in present-day Mali, is depicted as a thriving community, with the Baobab tree serving as a central gathering place. The photograph is a beautiful example of the art of travel photography, capturing the essence of a place and its people in a single frame. It offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the world was still largely unexplored and the wonders of Africa were a source of fascination for Europeans. The Baobab Tree of Kouroundingkoto remains a powerful symbol of the rich cultural heritage of West Africa and the enduring allure of travel and exploration.
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