Finely coloured carte-a-figures map of Africa from an early George Humble edition of John Speed’s “A Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World”. The map, which is the first English map of the African continent, is reasonably accurate with respect to the coastal areas; however the interior is largely unknown and often comprises images of various indigenous animals. It is decorated across the top with views of eight cities including, Tangiers, Algiers, Tunis, Alexandria and Mozambique. The panels down both sides depict men and women of the region in period dress. A description of Africa appears verso in English. Other than some minor staining near the bottom of map, it is a strong, dark impression in excellent condition. 38.5 cm x 50.5 cm