Historical Archaeology in South Africa: Material Culture of the Dutch East India Company at the Cape

This volume analyzes excavated historical archaeological collections at the Cape of Good Hope, South Africa, during the contact period, providing a rich picture of life and times. It includes a video reconstruction, catalog, and color illustrations of artifacts, helping scholars study European expansion.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 16 January 2023
Publisher: Left Coast Press Inc

This comprehensive volume presents the detailed analysis of excavated historical archaeological collections found at the Cape of Good Hope, South Africa. Spanning over three decades of excavation, conservation, and analysis, the book delves into a rich tapestry of life and times at this remote outpost of an expansive Dutch seaborne empire during the contact period. Through a meticulous examination of ceramics, glass, metal, and various other artifact categories, the book explores their archaeological contexts, shedding light on their historical significance. An enclosed CD features a captivating video reconstruction, along with a comprehensive catalog and vibrant color illustrations that showcase the artifacts in the corpus. By unveiling the parallels and contrasts presented in this volume, scholars engaged in the study of the European expansion period will gain invaluable insights into the diverse material culture of colonial societies.

Dimension: 276 x 219 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781598741650