The North Side of Timbuktoo, from 'Les Voyages en Afrique' by Heinrich Barth published in 1857

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"The North Side of Timbuktoo" is an illustration from the work 'Les Voyages en Afrique' by the German explorer Heinrich Barth. Published in 1857, the illustration was created by Johann Martin Bernatz, an artist who accompanied Barth on his travels. Heinrich Barth is renowned for his extensive travels in Africa, which he undertook between 1850 and 1855, and his detailed accounts of the geography, history, and cultures of the regions he explored, particularly in West Africa.

The illustration depicts the city of Timbuktu, located in present-day Mali, as viewed from the north. Timbuktu was an important center of trade, scholarship, and religion during the time of Barth's travels. The work of Barth, including the illustrations by Bernatz, provided Europeans with some of the first detailed descriptions of the inner regions of Africa, which were largely unknown to the outside world at the time.

'Les Voyages en Afrique' is a significant historical record, not only for its contributions to geographical and ethnographic knowledge but also for its artistic representations of the landscapes and peoples encountered by Barth. "The North Side of Timbuktoo" serves as a visual companion to Barth's written observations, offering a glimpse into the appearance of Timbuktu during the mid-19th century. The illustration and the broader work remain valuable for scholars interested in the history of African exploration, colonialism, and the visual culture of the era.

This introduction provides a brief overview of "The North Side of Timbuktoo" and its context within Heinrich Barth's 'Les Voyages en Afrique'. It highlights the significance of the illustration and the work as a whole, setting the stage for a more detailed exploration of Barth's travels, Bernatz's contributions as an artist, and the impact of their work on the understanding of African societies by the Western world.

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