Caravane Collection

Kobdo: the camels of the mission resting from their fatigue, September 28 - Mission in North West Mongolia - Album of
CSO4986462 Kobdo: the camels of the mission resting from their fatigue, September 28 - Mission in North West Mongolia - Album of the mission of Bouillane de Lacoste commander in 1909 in Mongolia

A Stape in the Great Dunes, September 13 - Mission in North West Mongolia - Album of the mission of the commander of
CSO4986370 A Stape in the Great Dunes, September 13 - Mission in North West Mongolia - Album of the mission of the commander of Bouillane de Lacoste in 1909 in Mongolia

The caravan at the start of Uliassoutai, September 3 - Mission in North West Mongolia - Album of the mission of
CSO4986309 The caravan at the start of Uliassoutai, September 3 - Mission in North West Mongolia - Album of the mission of the commander of Bouillane de Lacoste in 1909 in Mongolia

The mount of our guide, June 23 - Mission in North West Mongolia - Album of the mission of the commander of Bouillane
CSO4985255 The mount of our guide, June 23 - Mission in North West Mongolia - Album of the mission of the commander of Bouillane de Lacoste in 1909 in Mongolia

Desert of the Somalis coast (present-day Republic of Djibouti). Photograph on glass plate, late 19th century
LOD4353440 Desert of the Somalis coast (present-day Republic of Djibouti). Photograph on glass plate, late 19th century.; (add.info.: Desert of the Somalis coast (present-day Republic of Djibouti)

A caravan of camels and horses forced to protect itself from the simoun, dry and dusty wind of the African desert
FLO4635066 A caravan of camels and horses forced to protect itself from the simoun, dry and dusty wind of the African desert

Passage of the " Col des Sables" (Ellis Daba) (on the horizon Dourga Nor Lake)
CSO4986369 Passage of the " Col des Sables" (Ellis Daba) (on the horizon Dourga Nor Lake), September 15 - Mission to North-West Mongolia - Album of the mission of the commander of Bouillane

The mission caravan at the passage of a pass (in the foreground stone engraved on granite)
CSO4986176 The mission caravan at the passage of a pass (in the foreground stone engraved on granite), July 24 - Mission in North West Mongolia - Album of the mission of Bouillane de Lacoste

Camel caravan, Beijing, 1920 (photo)
2436578 Camel caravan, Beijing, 1920 (photo) by Mennie, Donald (1875-1944); (add.info.: Geography. China. Beijing, camels caravan on the road to the Western Hills)

The camels of the mission, half-geles (- 19 degres), pass the Kobdo Gol, 13 October - Mission in North-West Mongolia
CSO4986532 The camels of the mission, half-geles (- 19 degres), pass the Kobdo Gol, 13 October - Mission in North-West Mongolia - Album of the mission of the commander of Bouillane de Lacoste in 1909

Zabieha and the Camels of the Caravan, June 14, 1909 - Mission to North-West Mongolia - Album of the mission of
CSO4985223 Zabieha and the Camels of the Caravan, June 14, 1909 - Mission to North-West Mongolia - Album of the mission of Bouillane de Lacoste commander in 1909 to Mongolia

Pelerins de La Mecque
2531461 Pelerins de La Mecque; (add.info.: Religion. Islam. Pilgrims of Mecca coming from Cairo. Engraving in: Description of Africa, by Olfert Dapper, Netherlands, 1668.); Photo © CCI.

The caravan ready to go, August 4 - Mission in North West Mongolia - Album of the mission of the commander of Bouillane
CSO4986204 The caravan ready to go, August 4 - Mission in North West Mongolia - Album of the mission of the commander of Bouillane de Lacoste in 1909 in Mongolia

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Caravane; Caravan; Karawane (engraving)
7195182 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Caravane; Caravan; Karawane (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caravane; Caravan; Karawane)

Detail of a Catalan nautical chart (portulan) representing Asia of the 13th century
JLJ4601120 Detail of a Catalan nautical chart (portulan) representing Asia of the 13th century, on which one can see a caravan walking towards Cathay

Fashionable woman in English-style dress, era of Marie
Fashionable woman in English-style dress with Devonshire hat, era of Marie Antoinette. La blonde Melite se promenant sur le midi au Palais Royal

Tent in the desert The prayer. Detail. Painting by Eugene Alexis Girardet (1853-1907
JLJ4593821 Tent in the desert The prayer. Detail. Painting by Eugene Alexis Girardet (1853-1907) 19th century Bayonne, Musee Bonnat by Girardet, Eugene Alexis (1853-1907); Musee Bonnat, Bayonne

Panhard Levassor Vintage Car and Caravan, England. Voiture et Caravane Anciennes Date: 1900s

Cancale, Brittany, France - The Oyster Beds
The departure of the Fishing Fleet from Cancale, a commune in the Ille-et-Vilaine department in Brittany in northwestern France. Date: circa 1906

Camel Train Desert Asia
A caravan of camels wends its way across the desert sands as the sun sinks picturesquely in the west

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"Journey through Time: Unveiling the Mysteries of Caravans" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of caravans. From tales of massacre and looting to remarkable encounters with enslaved residents, these caravans have witnessed it all. Intriguing engravings by J. Girardet transport us to a haunting scene, depicting the aftermath of a tragic event - a caravan ravaged by violence. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the harsh realities faced by those traversing treacherous terrains. Travel further into history, where we encounter another gripping story - residents from Kery captured and forced into slavery by Egyptian soldiers. Along their arduous journey towards Egypt, they crossed paths with our author while ascending the majestic Blue Nile. Their plight echoes through time, reminding us of humanity's darkest chapters. Delving deeper into this rich tapestry, an engraving from Le Vocabulaire Illustre reveals an ancient Catalan nautical chart that unveils Asia's secrets from the 13th century. A testament to human curiosity and exploration, these charts guided intrepid travelers across vast oceans. Shifting gears to fashion, we catch a glimpse of an elegant woman donning English-style attire during Marie Antoinette's era. Her impeccable taste reflects how even amidst rugged landscapes and nomadic lifestyles, style found its way into every corner of society. As night falls over the desert dunes, Eugene Alexis Girardet's painting transports us inside a tent where prayers are offered under starlit skies. The serenity captured in this detail reminds us that amidst chaos and uncertainty on these journeys lies solace in faith. Honoring fallen heroes takes center stage as we witness French sailors being honored in Japan through vivid lithography. These brave souls embarked on perilous voyages aboard ships connected to caravans – symbols of resilience against nature's wrath.