South Africa Botswana Christian missionaries Vaticana c.1953 large old map
South Africa Botswana Christian missionaries Vaticana c.1953 large old map South Africa Botswana Christian missionaries Vaticana c.1953 large old map South Africa Botswana Christian missionaries Vaticana c.1953 large old map South Africa Botswana Christian missionaries Vaticana c.1953 large old map
$ 65.00

South Africa

Issued by St. Gabriel Mission presses, Vaticana, Vienna, Austria, c. 1953. (Propaganda cartography)

With small inset maps of Ascension Island and St. Helena at bottom left.

Fascinating early to mid 20th century vintage color lithographed thematic map, overprinted in red, locating Christian Missions across the region.

Of note as well for the uncommon issuance source.

Captures the region at a fascinating point in mid-20th century history, numerous Colonial names present.

Minor light toning as typical for paper of this vintage, clean nice looking example of this vintage map.

Original fold line as issued. Large folio sheet.

Sheet measures c. 25 1/2" x 19 1/2"

Engraved area measures c. 21" x 17 3/4"

[R12934]