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Africa. Palm tree (Raphia vinifera)
History of Africa. 19th century. The Congo. Palm tree (Raphia vinifera). Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre. Historia de los Trabajos y Exploraciones Verificados (The Congo and the Founding of its Free State. A Story of Work and Exploration), by Henry M. Stanley. Edited in Barcelona, ca.1890. Spain
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Area Congo Continent Flora Genus Morton Palm Region Regions Stanley Tropical Vegetation Vinifera Wine Raphia
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This engraving, titled "Palm tree (Raphia vinifera)" is a captivating image from the 19th century publication "El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre. Historia de los Trabajos y Exploraciones Verificados" (The Congo and the Founding of its Free State. A Story of Work and Exploration). The image was created around the year 1890 in Barcelona, Spain, and is part of the rich historical record of Africa during the European Age of Exploration. The palm tree depicted in the engraving is identified as Raphia vinifera, a species native to tropical Africa. With its tall, slender trunk and feather-like fronds, this palm tree is a distinctive feature of the African landscape. The tree's botanical name reflects its historical association with the vine, as the genus Raphia is derived from the Greek word for "rhapsodist," which refers to the ancient Greek poets who sang the praises of their gods using a vine as a metaphor for the connection between the poet and the divine. The image of the palm tree in this engraving offers a glimpse into the natural beauty and diversity of Africa during the late 19th century. At this time, Europeans were exploring and documenting the African continent in great detail, often with a focus on its natural resources and geography. This engraving is a testament to the enduring fascination with the African continent and its unique flora, particularly the iconic palm tree. Henry Morton Stanley, the famous American explorer and journalist, is known to have traveled extensively in Africa during this period. It is possible that he encountered Raphia vinifera trees during his explorations and that this image was inspired by his observations. Regardless of its specific origin, this engraving is a valuable historical record of the natural wonders of Africa during the 19th century.
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