Ethiopian Collection (page 9)

King Theodores House at Magdala, Ethiopia, c1868 (late 19th century). Magdala was the site of a battle in 1868, fought between the British under General Robert Napier

A woman of the Beja Nile or Baggara people, Ethiopia, Africa, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume I: Abyssinia to the British Empire

A woman from Harar in festival attire, Ethiopia, 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume I: Abyssinia to the British Empire

A chieftan prince of Abyssinia (Ethiopia), Africa, 1936. Artist: Daily Herald
A chieftan prince of Abyssinia (Ethiopia), Africa, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

An entertainment at Kings College Hospital, 1885. Artist: Charles Joseph Staniland
An entertainment at Kings College Hospital, 1885. Illustration from the The Graphic, (23 May 1885)

Visit of Ras Makonnen to Les Invalides in Paris, 1902. Ras Makonnen (1852-1906) was a general and the governor of Harar province in Ethiopia, and the father of Tafari Makonnen

Caricature of Francesco Crispi, Italian politician, 1896. Artist: Henri Meyer
Caricature of Francesco Crispi, Italian politician, 1896. Satirical cartoon on the defeat of the invading Italian army at the siege of Mek ele, Ethiopia

Edjow Galla, 1848. A Galla man from Ethiopia. An engraving from the Natural History of Man, by James Cowles Prichard, (Hippolyte Bailliere, London, third edition, 1848)

Amochi Galla, a portrait of a Galla, 1848
Amochi Galla, 1848. A portrait of a Galla boy born at Enarea, and aged about 9 years old. An engraving from the Natural History of Man, by James Cowles Prichard, (Hippolyte Bailliere, London)

Abyssinian portraits, 1848. Walda Kyros, born in the south of Ethiopia and a native of Shoa, and Gabra Eugziabher, a native of Adowa in Tigray, northern Ethiopia

The Apostle Philip Baptizing the Eunuch, 16th century. Artist: Jan van Scorel
The Apostle Philip Baptizing the Eunuch, 16th century

Landscape with the Apostle Philip Baptizing the Eunuch, (1590-1632?). Artist: David Vinckboons
Landscape with the Apostle Philip Baptizing the Eunuch, (1590-1632?)

The Apostle Philip Baptizing the Eunuch, detail, 16th century. Artist: Jan van Scorel
The Apostle Philip Baptizing the Eunuch, detail, 16th century

Christian Church wall painting, Ethopia

Ethopian Manuscript Illustration of the Adoration of the Magi, c1664-1667. From the 4 Gospels, copied by Takla. British Museum

Ethiopian illustration of the Flight into Egypt, 1664
Ethiopian illustration of the Flight into Egypt, from the four gospels copied by Takla, 1664

Ethopian prayer book showing an angel with a sword and two men, possibly priests, 19th century

The Emperor of Abyssinia, 17th century. The Emperor of Abyssinia (Ethopia), carrying a cross. Christianity become established in Abyssinia in the 4th century

The Abyssinian Emperor, 17th century. The Emperor of Abyssinia (Ethopia), carrying a cross. Christianity become established in Abyssinia in the 4th century

An Ethiopian man wears a headdress made from the skin of a gelada, a unique baboon-like primate that lives at high altitudes in northern Ethiopia

Karo tribe, Qercio, Ethiopia

Milk vendors in Dire Dawa (Dire Daoua), Ethiopia
Female milk vendors sitting in the sun in Dire Dawa (Dire Daoua), a city in eastern Ethiopia (Abyssinia). Date: 1920s

Negadras Uorch蠦rom Gondar, Ethiopia
Negadras UorchÞá®n traditional menswear from Gondar in the north of Ethiopia (Abyssinia). Negadras was an official title in Ethiopia given to the appointed leader of a towns merchants supervising

Ras Makonnen Walda-Mika el Guddisa - Abyssinia
Ras Makonnen Walda-Mika el Guddisa, also Makonnen Wolde Mikael, Honorary KCMG (1852 1906) - a general and the governor of Harar province in Ethiopia, and the father of Tafari Makonnen

Ethiopian Noblewoman with two attendants carrying possessions in two ornate baskets with conical lids. Date: late 1930s

Abyssinian Warrior - ready to fight! Date: circa 1910s

An augur buzzard (Buteo rufofuscus) swoops low in the Gaysay area of the Bale Mountains

View of Aksum (Axum), Tigray, Ethiopia
Aksum (Axum), the former capital of Abyssinia, in Tigray, Ethiopia

Rocky outcrop, Addis Zemen, Ethiopia
Rocky outcrop covered with straw and a ladder leaning against it; Addis Zemen, Amhara Region, Ethiopia

Arborescent cactus, Dugem, Tigray, Ethiopia
Arborescent cactus; Dugem, Tigray, Ethiopia

Jacaranda tree, Axum, Ethiopia
Jacaranda tree; Axum, Tigray Region, Ethiopia

Hornbills perched on a dead tree
Hornbills (Bucerotidae) perched on a dead tree; Oromia Region, Ethiopia

Three-storied bathing palace at Fasilides Bath, Gondar, Ethiopia
Three-storied bathing palace at Fasilides Bath; Gondar, Amhara Region, Ethiopia

Goats grazing on fields of teff, Jib Gedel, Ethiopia
Goats and haystacks in the fields of teff (Eragrostis tef), Jib Gedel; Amhara Region, Ethiopia

Building Jerusalem Ethiopian men standing outside
Building in Jerusalem, with Ethiopian? men standing outside. 1910, Israel

Ras Kasa Ethiopian Generalissimo Ethiopian army
Ras Kasa - Ethiopian Generalissimo. Ethiopian army commander Kassa Haile Darge (1881-1956). Middle East, Israel and/or Palestine

Yaja Upayaja perform sacrifice emergence Dhrishtadyumna
Yaja and Upayaja perform a sacrifice for the emergence of Dhrishtadyumna from the fire, from Adi-parva (volume one) of the Razm-nama (Book of Wars)

People Of Ethiopian Race In The Late 19Th Century. From Left To Right, Natives Of Senegambia. Peui Woman From The Village Of Kouar. Peui Man In War Costume. Kaffirs. Zulu In Visiting Dress

Henry Stern Taken Prisoner By Tewodros Ii In Abyssinia In 1863. Rev. Henry Aaron Stern, 1820 To 1885, British Missionary. Tewodros Ii, Baptized Theodore Ii C. 1818 To 1868. Emperor Of Ethiopia

Hormuzd Rassam Being Received By Tewodros Ii In Abyssinia In 1868. Hormuzd Rassam, 1826 To 1910. Native Assyrian Assyriologist, British Diplomat And Traveller. Tewodros Ii, Baptized Theodore Ii C

The British Army Find Tewodross Body After His Suicide. Tewodros Ii, Baptized Theodore Ii C. 1818 To 1868. Emperor Of Ethiopia. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1875

The Battle On Mount Fahla, Abyssinia Between British Troops Under The Command Of Sir Richard Napier And Tewodros Ii In 1868. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1875

Magdala Fortress, Abyssinia, Burning After Being Set Fire To By The British Army After The Battle On Mount Fahla. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1875

Tewodros Ii Committing Suicide. Tewodros Ii, Baptized Theodore Ii C. 1818 To 1868. Emperor Of Ethiopia. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1875

The Body Of Emperor Tewodros Ii Of Ethiopia, Known As Theodore, After His Suicide At The End Of The Expedition To Abyssinia, 1868. From L univers Illustre Published In Paris In 1868

Gondar, Ethiopia. Fasilides Palace Circa 1880. From A 19Th Century Illustration

Tewodros Holding Audience, Surrounded By Lions. Tewodros Ii, Baptized Theodore Ii C. 1818 To 1868. Emperor Of Ethiopia. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1875

Ethiopia, Aksum, Northern Stelae Park, King Ezanas stele, Apex of stelea ETHIOPIA, Aksum, Northern Stelae Park, King Ezanas stele

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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.