Ethiopian Collection (page 6)

Young Nubian woman and Ababde man. Ethiopian mixed-race people. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith from his Natural History of the Human Species

The Abyssinian Ambassadors at the Elysee Palace (colour litho)
2818905 The Abyssinian Ambassadors at the Elysee Palace (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Taytou Betel, Empress Consort of Menelik II of Ethiopia (colour litho)
2818730 Taytou Betel, Empress Consort of Menelik II of Ethiopia (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taytou Betel)

Menelik, Negus of Abyssinia (colour litho)
2818691 Menelik, Negus of Abyssinia (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Menelik, Negus of Abyssinia (Menelik II, Emperor of Ethiopia). Menelik

An Ethiopian Chief, 1897, printed c. 1902 (platinum print)
2970987 An Ethiopian Chief, 1897, printed c.1902 (platinum print) by Day, Holland Fred (1864-1933); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Alfred Stieglitz Collection; American, out of copyright

Ras Makonnen visiting Les Invalides in Paris (colour litho)
2795630 Ras Makonnen visiting Les Invalides in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ras Makonnen visiting Les Invalides in Paris)

Addis Ababa Days (colour litho)
2778485 Addis Ababa Days (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Addis Ababa Days)

In unexplored Ethiopia (colour litho)
2778475 In unexplored Ethiopia (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In uncharted Ethiopia)

The first ranks of fighters who conquered an Empire from Italy return from East Africa (colour litho)
2778473 The first ranks of fighters who conquered an Empire from Italy return from East Africa (colour litho) by Beltrame

The cannons of Adua (colour litho)
2778463 The cannons of Adua (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aduas guns. The old glorious artillery pieces around which, in 1896)

The historic meeting of Badoglio and Graziani fighters in the Harrar area (colour litho)
2778460 The historic meeting of Badoglio and Graziani fighters in the Harrar area (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Libyans against the Ethiopians (colour litho)
2778455 The Libyans against the Ethiopians (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Libyans against the Ethiopians)

The Assault on the Golden Mountain (Colour Litho)
2778442 The Assault on the Golden Mountain (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The assault on the Golden Mountain)

Arms festival in Mogadishu (colour litho)
2783995 Arms festival in Mogadishu (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gun party in Mogadishu)

New life in the heart of the Empire (colour litho)
2783779 New life in the heart of the Empire (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: New life in the heart of the Empire)

The first harvest of the Empire (colour litho)
2783761 The first harvest of the Empire (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first harvest of the Empire)

En Abyssinie (engraving)
2783331 En Abyssinie (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: En Abyssinie. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 1 July 1888.); © Look and Learn

Cinq Ans En Abyssinie (engraving)
2783151 Cinq Ans En Abyssinie (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cinq Ans En Abyssinie)

Battle of Adwa, First Italo-Ethiopian War, 1896 (chromolitho)
1094423 Battle of Adwa, First Italo-Ethiopian War, 1896 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Adwa, First Italo-Ethiopian War, 1896)

Ethiopia, East Africa - 1st Italo-Ethiopian War Memorial
Ethiopia, East Africa - Hilltop memorial to the Italian soldiers killed in action during the First Italo-Ethiopian War fought between Italy and Ethiopia (Abyssinia) from 1895 to 1896

The Chamber, in grey-green, celebrates the foundation of the Empire (colour litho)
2778518 The Chamber, in grey-green, celebrates the foundation of the Empire (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Chamber, in grey-green)

The Outcast Marauders (Colour Litho)
2778506 The Outcast Marauders (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The outraged marauders)

Picturesque scenes in the fertile land of the Borana (colour litho)
2778483 Picturesque scenes in the fertile land of the Borana (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Picturesque scenes in the fertile land of the Borana)

The occupation of the vast and unexplored western areas of Ethiopia continues (colour litho)
2778481 The occupation of the vast and unexplored western areas of Ethiopia continues (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Italian Clemency (Colour Litho)
2778479 Italian Clemency (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian clemency)

A lesson to the master (colour litho)
2778462 A lesson to the master (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A lesson to the master)

Front page of Couriers Sunday, 26th April 1936 (colour litho)
2778452 Front page of Couriers Sunday, 26th April 1936 (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tricolor on Lake Tana)

The counterattack on Mai Ceu (colour litho)
2778448 The counterattack on Mai Ceu (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The counterattack on Mai Ceu)

From many places in the reconquered Tiger they flow towards the Italian Commands to take notice... (colour litho)
2778401 From many places in the reconquered Tiger they flow towards the Italian Commands to take notice... (colour litho) by Beltrame

On the way to Dessie (colour litho)
2778450 On the way to Dessie (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: On Dessies way)

A Chief of Abyssinia, c. 1870 (oil on canvas)
3526170 A Chief of Abyssinia, c.1870 (oil on canvas) by Regnault, Henri-Victor (1810-78); 42.23x32.07 cm; Corcoran Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C

Peoples of Africa (colour litho)
3630311 Peoples of Africa (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peoples of Africa)

Tribute offerings from Ethiopia being presented to the Pharaoh of Egypt (coloured engraving)
3630027 Tribute offerings from Ethiopia being presented to the Pharaoh of Egypt (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

On the march near Dongolo, engraved by James Ferguson, 1868 (litho)
XJF441954 On the march near Dongolo, engraved by James Ferguson, 1868 (litho) by Hogg, Major A.G.F. (fl.19th) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dongolo is a town in northern Ethiopia)

Engraved shield (detail of 373689) (hide & silver)
MGS373690 Engraved shield (detail of 373689) (hide & silver) by Ethiopian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spoil of the Abyssinian War; inscribed N.H)

The Italians in Abyssinia (engraving)
2789481 The Italians in Abyssinia (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Italians in Abyssinia. The army of Menelik II marching on Amba Alagi)

In the Pacified Empire (Colour Litho)
2783661 In the Pacified Empire (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Peaceful Empire)

A royal wedding in Abyssinia (colour litho)
2782185 A royal wedding in Abyssinia (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A royal wedding in Abyssinia)

Sir Peter Chalmers Mitchell, with Ethiopian Regent Haile Selassie and his entourage
2962628 Sir Peter Chalmers Mitchell, with Ethiopian Regent Haile Selassie and his entourage, London Zoo, 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond

Prince Alamayu, son of Emperor Theodor II, Ryde, England, 1868 (albumen print)
622859 Prince Alamayu, son of Emperor Theodor II, Ryde, England, 1868 (albumen print) by Hughes, Cornelius Jabez (1819-94); 9x5.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Prince Alamayu (1861-79)

Types of the Principal Nations mentioned in Ezekiel XXX (engraving)
5218703 Types of the Principal Nations mentioned in Ezekiel XXX (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Types of the Principal Nations mentioned in Ezekiel XXX)

Nine faces of Ethiopian people (engraving)
820678 Nine faces of Ethiopian people (engraving) by Williams, J.L. (c.1815-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nine faces of Ethiopian men. Ethnology Races of Men. Plate LXIII)

Leaf of 44 plates from a Christian illuminated album, late 17th century
883577 Leaf of 44 plates from a Christian illuminated album, late 17th century (pigments on vellum) by Ethiopian School (17th Century); 135.9x221.8 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Rasselas discovers the means of escape (etching)
3622582 Rasselas discovers the means of escape (etching) by Tourrier, Alfred Holst (1836-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rasselas discovers the means of escape)

All the Empires territories are occupied (colour litho)
2778520 All the Empires territories are occupied (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: All the Empires territories are occupied)

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Ethiopian history is rich and diverse, spanning centuries of cultural heritage and significant figures. One such prominent figure is Haile Selassie, who ascended to the throne in 1930 as Emperor of Ethiopia. During his reign, he faced challenges like the Italian invasion in 1936 but managed to regain control over his country soon after. The historical significance of Ethiopia can be seen through its ancient art and architecture. For instance, the early 12th-century frescoes in Bet Maryam at St. Mary's Church in Lalibela showcase the artistic prowess craftsmen from that era. Another remarkable piece is a famous painting on the ceiling depicting winged heads of eighty Ethiopian cherubs. Ethiopia's religious influence extends beyond its borders as well. At the Holy Sepulchre Church in Jerusalem, Israel, you can find Ethiopian Coptic icons that reflect their unique spiritual traditions and beliefs. These icons serve as a testament to Ethiopia's deep-rooted Orthodox Christian faith. Emperor Haile Selassie I also enjoyed leisure time during his reign, including seaside holidays at Eastbourne. This glimpse into his personal life reveals a different side to this influential leader who dedicated himself to serving his people. Ethiopia's history isn't limited to emperors; it includes other notable individuals too. Menelik II was another revered emperor whose leadership brought modernization and progress to Ethiopia during challenging times. Beyond political figures, there are indigenous tribes like the Mursi tribe known for their distinctive customs and body modifications which have fascinated anthropologists for years. Even after World War II ended, Haile Selassie continued playing an essential role on both national and international stages—his contributions shaping not only Ethiopian history but also global affairs during that period. Finally, we cannot overlook the presence of Orthodox Christianity within Ethiopia—a religion deeply ingrained within its society for centuries.