{"product_id":"carte-ancienne-congo-belge-1911","title":"Antique map - Belgian Congo 1911","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDelve into the history of \u003cstrong\u003eCentral Africa\u003c\/strong\u003e with this exceptional reissue of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"88\"\u003e\"Map of the Belgian Congo\"\u003c\/b\u003e, originally published in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"138\"\u003e1911\u003c\/b\u003e. Published by the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"157\"\u003eInstitut Cartographique Militaire\u003c\/b\u003e in Brussels, this map is a major reference document, drawn up only three years after the Congo Free State officially became a Belgian colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe map precisely delineates the districts of the time (Ubangi, Bangala, Kasai, Katanga...) highlighted by delicate colored borders that structure the vastness of the territory. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe hydrographic network of the Congo River and its tributaries is represented with extreme finesse, as are the first railway lines and railway projects, symbols of the economic expansion of 1911. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAt the top right, an inset presents a map of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"83\"\u003eBelgium at the same scale\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing you to grasp at a glance the vastness of the Congolese territory compared to its metropolis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eHistorically, this \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"31\"\u003e1911\u003c\/b\u003e map is a rare piece that captures a period of transition and intense exploration. It served as a strategic tool for the colonial administration and trading companies, while bearing witness to the growing geographical knowledge of the interior of the African continent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThis\u003cstrong\u003e high-quality reissue\u003c\/strong\u003e, printed on a matte-finish art paper, restores the clarity of the original lines and the authentic patina of the period document. It is a masterful decorative piece for colonial history enthusiasts, African map collectors, or to bring a touch of erudition and vintage distinction to your office or living room.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"cartopolo","offers":[{"title":"60 x 60 cm \/ Creative paper 200 gsm","offer_id":52997745279319,"sku":null,"price":39.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"70 x 70 cm \/ Creative paper 200 gsm","offer_id":52997745312087,"sku":null,"price":49.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/7854\/4418\/files\/Congobelge191170x70CARREGEOGRAPHIQUE.jpg?v=1773326207","url":"https:\/\/cartopolo.fr\/en\/products\/carte-ancienne-congo-belge-1911","provider":"Cartopolo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}