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King Ahmadou with his council, illustration from Le Tour du Monde, nouveau journal des voyages, by Edouard Charton, 1868 (engraving)
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King Ahmadou with his council, illustration from Le Tour du Monde, nouveau journal des voyages, by Edouard Charton, 1868 (engraving)
LSE3082226 King Ahmadou with his council, illustration from Le Tour du Monde, nouveau journal des voyages, by Edouard Charton, 1868 (engraving) by Bayard, Emile Antoine (1837-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ahmadou Sekou Tall ( June 21, 1836 - December 15, 1897) (also Ahmadu Sekou, Ahmad al-Madani al-Kabir at-Tijani) was a Toucouleur ruler (Laamdo Dioulbe) of the Toucouleur Empire (1864-92) and (Faama) of Segou (now Mali) from 1864 to 1884. Ahmadu Sekus father, El Hadj Umar Tall, conquered Segou (then the heart of the Bambara Empire) on March 10, 1861. Not long afterwards, he began his conquest of the Fula empire of Massina, leaving Ahmadu as the Almami of Segou.); Photo © Leonard de Selva
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© Leonard de Selva / Bridgeman Images
Council Mali Tall West Western Segou
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King Ahmadou and His Council - A Glimpse into West African Royalty
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. This print showcases King Ahmadou Sekou Tall, a prominent ruler of the Toucouleur Empire in the late 19th century. The illustration, originally featured in Le Tour du Monde, nouveau journal des voyages by Edouard Charton in 1868, offers a rare glimpse into the royal court of this influential African leader. In this engraving by Emile Antoine Bayard, we see King Ahmadou seated at the center of his council chamber. Surrounding him are members of his esteemed council, each adorned in traditional attire that reflects their status and importance within the empire. The regal atmosphere is palpable as they engage in discussions and decision-making processes crucial to governing their people. Ahmadu Seku's father had conquered Segou from the Bambara Empire before embarking on further conquests throughout Western Africa. As Almami (ruler) of Segou and later Laamdo Dioulbe (Toucouleur ruler), Ahmadu played a significant role in expanding and consolidating his father's empire. The grandeur of the palace setting emphasizes both power and prestige associated with West African royalty during this era. This image serves as a testament to not only King Ahmadu's leadership but also to the rich cultural heritage and political complexity found within Africa's history. Leonard de Selva skillfully captures this historical moment through his photography, allowing us to appreciate both its artistic beauty and its significance as an invaluable record of African civilization.
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