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Africa Collection (page 9)

Africa, a continent of rich history and diverse landscapes

Background imageAfrica Collection: Sandstorm, satellite image

Sandstorm, satellite image
Sandstorm, Aqua satellite image. Cloud of sand stretching into the Mediterranean Sea (blue). The sand is being blown from the Great Sand Sea

Background imageAfrica Collection: African rhinoceros horns, 18th century

African rhinoceros horns, 18th century

Background imageAfrica Collection: Egyptian obelisks, 18th century artwork

Egyptian obelisks, 18th century artwork. Egyptian hieroglyphics can be seen carved on the sides. This artwork is from the Italian edition of De l origine des lois, des arts et des sciences

Background imageAfrica Collection: Lava lake, Africa

Lava lake, Africa
Lava lake. Molten lava inside a volcanic vent on the floor of a cinder cone. This is Erta Ale, a volcano in the Afar depression of Ethiopia

Background imageAfrica Collection: Long-beaked Common Dolphin (Delphinus capensis) three adults

Long-beaked Common Dolphin (Delphinus capensis) three adults, feeding on baitball school of small bait fish, offshore Port St. Johns, Wild Coast, Eastern Cape (Transkei), South Africa

Background imageAfrica Collection: Hartmanns zebra

Hartmanns zebra (Equus hartmannae). Close-up of a zebras eye, showing its characteristic stripy pattern. These wavy lines act to camouflage the zebra by making it blend in with the wavy lines of

Background imageAfrica Collection: A male lion, a gemsbok and an ostrich during a duststorm in Namibia

A male lion, a gemsbok and an ostrich during a duststorm in Namibia. This was taken near a waterhole in Etosha National Park

Background imageAfrica Collection: Dead trees below the dunes in Sossusvlei in Namibia

Dead trees below the dunes in Sossusvlei in Namibia
Dead trees, which are probably hundreds of years old, lying below the apricot-coloured dunes in Deadvlei. This is in the Sossusvlei area of Namib Naukluft Park, Namibia

Background imageAfrica Collection: General Map Of British South Africa. From The Book South Africa And The Transvaal War

General Map Of British South Africa. From The Book South Africa And The Transvaal War, Volume 1 By Louis Creswicke, Published 1900

Background imageAfrica Collection: Silhouette Of Fishermen In Dugout Canoe Leaving Cape Maclear In The Evening, Lake Malawi; Malawi

Silhouette Of Fishermen In Dugout Canoe Leaving Cape Maclear In The Evening, Lake Malawi; Malawi

Background imageAfrica Collection: African Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus) adult, feeding, close-up of head

African Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus) adult, feeding, close-up of head

Background imageAfrica Collection: Shoebill stork (Balaeniceps rex) female feeding on a Spotted African lungfish (Protopterus

Shoebill stork (Balaeniceps rex) female feeding on a Spotted African lungfish (Protopterus dolloi) in the swamps of Mabamba, Lake Victoria, Uganda.. Sequence 2/13

Background imageAfrica Collection: Armadillo Lizard (Cordylus cataphractus) biting its own tail while trying to

Armadillo Lizard (Cordylus cataphractus) biting its own tail while trying to roll into a defensive ball, captive, from South Africa

Background imageAfrica Collection: View of sandy beach shrouded in sea mist, Hout Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

View of sandy beach shrouded in sea mist, Hout Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Background imageAfrica Collection: Blue Wildebeest (Connochaetus taurinus) adult female with young calf, standing in grass

Blue Wildebeest (Connochaetus taurinus) adult female with young calf, standing in grass, Okavango Delta, Botswana

Background imageAfrica Collection: Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) four juveniles, huddled together at burrow entrance

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) four juveniles, huddled together at burrow entrance, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

Background imageAfrica Collection: Leopard (Panthera pardus) adult, laying on branch, Samburu, Kenya

Leopard (Panthera pardus) adult, laying on branch, Samburu, Kenya

Background imageAfrica Collection: Graphiurus ocularis (Spectacled dormouse), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon

Graphiurus ocularis (Spectacled dormouse), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Graphiurus ocularis (Spectacled dormouse), 1777-1786

Background imageAfrica Collection: West African mudskipper (Periophthalmus barbarus) Joao Vieira Poillo, Bijagos Archipellago

West African mudskipper (Periophthalmus barbarus) Joao Vieira Poillo, Bijagos Archipellago. Guinea Bissau

Background imageAfrica Collection: Shoebill stork (Balaeniceps rex) feeding on a Spotted African lungfish (Protopterus

Shoebill stork (Balaeniceps rex) feeding on a Spotted African lungfish (Protopterus dolloi) in the swamps of Mabamba, lake Victoria, Uganda

Background imageAfrica Collection: Portrait of a meerkat (Suricata suricatta) or suricate, looking at the camera

Portrait of a meerkat (Suricata suricatta) or suricate, looking at the camera and standing to survey its territory on the edge of Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Botswana, April

Background imageAfrica Collection: Ring-tailed lemur (Lemur catta) female carrying two babies. Anjaha Community Conservation Site

Ring-tailed lemur (Lemur catta) female carrying two babies. Anjaha Community Conservation Site, near Ambalavao, Madagasca

Background imageAfrica Collection: Lion (Panthera leo) Adult male lying down, Kenya, Masai Mara National Reserve

Lion (Panthera leo) Adult male lying down, Kenya, Masai Mara National Reserve

Background imageAfrica Collection: Jungle Animals Art Illustration 01

Jungle Animals Art Illustration 01
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 02
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 03
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 05
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 04
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 06
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 07
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 08
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 09
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 10
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 11
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 13
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Animals Art Illustration 12
Rafal Kulik

Background imageAfrica Collection: Jungle Forest Art Illustration 02

Jungle Forest Art Illustration 02
Rafal Kulik

Background imageAfrica Collection: Jungle Forest Art Illustration 01

Jungle Forest Art Illustration 01
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Forest Art Illustration 03
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Forest Art Illustration 04
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Forest Art Illustration 05
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Forest Art Illustration 06
Rafal Kulik

Background imageAfrica Collection: Jungle Forest Art Illustration 01

Jungle Forest Art Illustration 01
Rafal Kulik

Background imageAfrica Collection: Jungle Forest Art Illustration 02

Jungle Forest Art Illustration 02
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Forest Art Illustration 04
Rafal Kulik

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Jungle Forest Art Illustration 03
Rafal Kulik

Background imageAfrica Collection: Floral Animals Vintage Art Illustration 01

Floral Animals Vintage Art Illustration 01
Rafal Kulik

Background imageAfrica Collection: Floral Animals Vintage Art Illustration 02

Floral Animals Vintage Art Illustration 02
Rafal Kulik




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Africa, a continent of rich history and diverse landscapes. From the ancient Al-Idrisis world map in 1154 to the modern Africa Political Map, this land has witnessed countless changes over time. Babar, king of the elephants, and Celeste playing tennis at Celesteville remind us of the enchanting stories that have emerged from this vibrant continent. In Ice Cold In Alex (1958), we catch a glimpse of Africa's cinematic allure. But beyond its cultural contributions, it also holds geological significance with continental drift shaping its landscape over 250 million years. The stunning image of Gemsbok gracefully navigating Namibia's sand dunes showcases the remarkable wildlife found on this vast land. And who can forget the breathtaking Mount Kilimanjaro Sunset? A sight that leaves visitors in awe. Even from space, Africa captivates our attention as seen in Apollo 17's photograph capturing the whole earth. The White pelicans at Walvis Bay in Namibia add to its natural beauty and diversity. Let us not forget Africa's historical context as depicted by the British Empire world map from the 19th century. It serves as a reminder of colonialism's impact on this great continent. Africa is more than just a place; it is an intricate tapestry woven with tales of triumphs and struggles, captivating landscapes, and diverse cultures. This caption only scratches the surface of what makes Africa truly special – an ever-evolving mosaic waiting to be explored and understood by all who seek its treasures.