Congo Collection (page 12)

Plantation at Lake Caijo, French Congo
Group of people standing and crouching on a path next to a palm tree with the irrigation system at a plantation at Lake Caijo in French Congo

Don Miguel de Castro, Emissary of Congo, c. 1643-1650, by Alb
Albert Eckhout (1610-1665). Dutch painter. Don Miguel de Castro, Emissary of Congo, c.1643-1650. National Museum of Art. Copenhagen. Denmark

Ornamental scars on face and sharpened and filed teeth
Photograph of a couple from upper Congo, Central Africa - bearing facial scarification and sharpened upper teeth and filed bottom teeth

Map of Southern Africa, with illustrations showing distinguishing features
Former flag of South Africa

Traditional facial scarification in Congo, Central Africa
Traditional facial scarification of a woman in the Congo, Central Africa. The text on the back of the card reads thus: " The old man and her have not fallen out - oh no

Huileries du Congo Belge (HCB) School - Alberta, Congo
Examination day at an Huileries du Congo Belge (HCB) School at Alberta, Democratic Republic of Congo. HCB (now Feronia) is a large-scale commercial farmland

Man from The Congo, Africa - Scarification
Portrait of a man from The Congo, Central Africa - bearing remarkable facial scarification in the form of cosses, dots, lines and zig-zags Date: circa 1920s

Diogo Cao discovers the mouth of the Zaire River
Portuguese Colonial History Series - The mouth of the Zaire River discovered by Diogo Cao in 1484 - the erection of a Portuguese standard column. Date: 1484

Old Chief of the French Congo
Elderly Chief of the Bacouli Tribe in the French Congo (the present-day area of the Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and the Central African Republic). Date: circa 1910s

Congo River wildlife
Elephants and hippopotamus along the Congo River. Printed color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

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African explorer Henry Stanleys camp on the Congo River, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

The Death of Kalulu, Kalulu Falls, Central Africa, 1876
Engraving showing the death of Kalulu, at the Kalulu Falls, during Sir Henry Morton Stanleys Anglo-American expedition of 1874-1877

On the Swoop
On The Swoop! The Imperial German eagle swoops menacingly over natives of the Congo looking to steal their land

Ship conquered pirates Congo Number numbered top right
Ship conquered by pirates in Congo, Number numbered top right: 303, sailing ship, sailing boat, pirate, corsair, buccaneer, Congo, Jan Luyken (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, 1682, paper, etching

Helmet Mask mid-late 1800s Central Africa Democratic Republic
Helmet Mask, mid-late 1800s. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba, mid-late 19th century. Wood and pigment; overall: 43.3 x 31.2 x 28.3 cm (17 1/16 x 12 5/16 x 11 1/8 in.)

Patten-type Shoe 1800s Africa Central Africa
Patten-type Shoe, c 1800s. Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba or Bushongo, 19th century. Carved wood; overall: 6 x 10.2 cm (2 3/8 x 4 in.)

Throwing knife 1800s Central Africa Democratic Republic
Throwing knife, 1800s. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mangbetu, 19th century. Forged iron and wood; overall: 20 cm (7 7/8 in.)

Bow Stand 1800s Africa Democratic Republic Congo
Bow Stand, 1800s. Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Luba people. Wood, plant fiber; without base: 57.9 x 23 x 10 cm (22 13/16 x 9 1/16 x 3 15/16 in.)

Male Figure Ofika late 1800s early 1900s Central Africa
Male Figure (Ofika), late 1800s or early 1900s. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mbole people. Wood

Fragment Staff late 19th - early 20th century
Fragment of a Staff, late 19th - early 20th century. Kalundwe people, Democractic Republic of the Congo. Wood, copper, iron; overall: 34.5 x 3.2 x 5.4 cm (13 9/16 x 1 1/4 x 2 1/8 in.)

Womans Skirt 1875-1925 Central Africa Democratic Republic
Womans Skirt, 1875-1925. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mbuun people. Raffia palm fiber; overall: 73.7 x 102.9 cm (29 x 40 1/2 in.)

Figurine 1800s Central Africa Democratic Republic
Figurine, probably 1800s. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Lega, probably 19th century. Ivory; overall: 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.)

Staff Office early-mid 1800s Central Africa Democratic Republic
Staff of Office, early-mid 1800s. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Luba, early-mid-19th century. Wood, metal; overall: 170 cm (66 15/16 in.)

Fragment Womans overskirt ncaka late 1800s-early 1900s
Fragment of Womans overskirt (ncaka), late 1800s-early 1900s. Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, late 19th or early 20th century

Male Figure mid late 1800s Central Africa Democratic Republic
Male Figure, mid to late 1800s. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Hungaan, mid to late 19th century. Wood; overall: 68 cm (26 3/4 in.)

Mother-and-Child Figure mid late 1800s Central Africa
Mother-and-Child Figure, mid to late 1800s. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Yombe, mid to late 19th century. Wood; overall: 26 cm (10 1/4 in.)

Female Figure 1900s Democratic Republic Congo
Female Figure, 1900s. Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tabwa, late 19th or early 20th century. Wood; overall: 36.2 x 7.8 x 9 cm (14 1/4 x 3 1/16 x 3 9/16 in.)

Male Figure early 1800s Central Africa Democratic Republic
Male Figure, early 1800s. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kongo or Vili, early 19th century. Wood, iron, and glass; overall: 55.9 cm (22 in.)

Figure late 1800s-mid 1900s Central Africa Democratic Repulic
Figure, late 1800s-mid 1900s. Central Africa, Democratic Repulic of the Congo, late 19th-mid 20th Century. Wood, lizard skin, leopard tooth, seed pods, cloth; overall: 23 cm (9 1/16 in.)

Half-Figure late 1800s-early 1900s Central Africa
Half-Figure, late 1800s-early 1900s. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Luba, late 19th-early 20th century

Patten-type Shoes Pegs 1800s Africa Central Africa
Patten-type Shoes with Pegs, c. 1800s. Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba or Bushongo, 19th century

Congolese Tribesmen By Their Boats On The Congo River In The 19Th Century. From The Book Africa Pintoresca Published 1888

Giant Crocodile Threatens A Boat On The Congo River During A 19Th Century Expedition. From The Book Africa Pintoresca Published 1888

A Dhow On The Congo River In The 19Th Century. From The Book Africa Pintoresca Published 1888

A Congolese Village In The Mid 19Th Century. From The Book Africa Pintoresca Published 1888

Map Of East Africa At Beginning Of First World War. From The Great World War A History Volume Iii, Published 1916

Suspension Bridge Across The Ituri River, The Congo, Africa. From In Darkest Africa By Henry M. Stanley Published 1890

French And British Explorers Hunting Hippopotamus On The Congo River In The 19Th Century. From The Book Africa Pintoresca Published 1888

Quarry workers, Boma, Belgian Congo, West Africa. Date: circa 1905

Sacred Heart Cathedral in Brazzaville, Congo
Sacred Heart Cathedral in Brazzaville (Cath餲 ale du Sacr魃 ur de Brazzaville) in the Republic of the Congo (then French Equatorial Africa)

Maison Sargos at a cacao and coffee plantation, Congo
Maison Sargos at a cacao and coffee plantation in the Kouilou Department in south of the Republic of the Congo (then French Equatorial Africa) at the west coast of Africa. Date: circa 1910

Office of colonial agent Hecker in French Equatorial Africa
Office (Factorerie) of colonial agent A. Hecker in Pointe-Noire, a city on the west coast of French Equatorial Africa (Afrique Ú▒Áatoriale franþí®se, AEF; today Republic of the Congo)

Camp of a European mission doctor in French Congo, a colony comprising territory of present-day Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and the Central African Republic. Date: circa 1910

Shores of Lake Caijo, French Congo
A peculiar palm tree parts the view on the shores of a quiet Lake Caijo with local fishermen at work, French Congo. French Congo was a colony comprising territories of the present-day Republic of

Share certificate and coupons, Kilo-Moto Goldmines
Share certificate and dividend coupons, Kilo-Moto Goldmines, in the Belgian Congo. Date: 1944

Parc de Tervuren, Belgium - Royal Museum for Central Africa
Parc de Tervuren, Flemish Brabant, Belgium - The Royal Museum for Central Africa (RMCA) is a first-class centre for scientific research on Africa and one of the most visited museums in Belgium (today)

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"Exploring the Enchanting Congo: A Journey through Cartoons, Punches, and Prayers" Step into the time machine and travel back to 1906 when Congo's vibrant culture was captured in captivating cartoons. From Lumumbashi's Malachite mines to Brazzaville's Muslim prayer beads, every corner of this African gem holds a unique story. In the heart of lush grasslands, witness a playful scene as a Pygmy Bonobo Chimpanzee munches on leaves. Its mischievous eyes reveal a world full of curiosity and wonder. Meet Madimba, the pipe-smoking lady from Congo who exudes strength and resilience. Her presence is an ode to the indomitable spirit that runs deep within Congolese women. As you venture further, be prepared to encounter The Shoebill - Balaeniceps rex or Shoe-Billed Stork - an extraordinary creature with its distinctive bill resembling footwear. This majestic bird will leave you spellbound with its gracefulness. Marvel at the Giant Baobab Tree standing tall in Central Africa's Congo. Its ancient branches tell tales of generations past while providing shelter for those seeking solace under its mighty canopy. Discover EXPL2A-00366 - Congos Artwork that transcends boundaries and captures emotions like no other medium can. Each stroke tells a story waiting to be unraveled by curious minds. Witness Basenji being carried delicately by loving hands; their bond symbolizes companionship beyond words. These loyal creatures bring joy wherever they go with their infectious energy. Spotting Milky Monkey swinging effortlessly through trees brings sheer delight as they playfully leap from branch to branch, reminding us all not to take life too seriously but instead embrace our inner childlike spirit. Finally, catch sight of the elusive Striped Okapi blending seamlessly into its surroundings – nature’s masterpiece painted in stripes that mesmerize anyone lucky enough to witness its beauty.