Over four decades, Baumgarte (1923–2013) developed a distinct visual language born of existential urgency, ultimately culminating in her Africa cycle. She took more than forty trips to Africa, where, with a keen eye for people and relationships, she engaged with post-colonial realities, social inequalities, and cultural identity. Presented as a dialogue with contemporary African artists, this volume explores Baumgarte’s biography, broader humanity, and the global perspective.