Khoi Collection

A group of Khoisan people native to southwestern Africa
5312054 A group of Khoisan people native to southwestern Africa; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a group of Khoisan people native to southwestern Africa)

Khoikhoi (Hottentot) woman in full dress of fur cape, beaded skirt, anklets, necklaces
FLO4722733 Khoikhoi (Hottentot) woman in full dress of fur cape, beaded skirt, anklets, necklaces. From Francois Le Vaillant (Levaillant, 1753-1824) Second Voyage into the Interior of Africa

San Hunter-gatherers in Africa
Carlo Kaminski

Khoikhoi man and woman, South Africa, 1818
6338261 Khoikhoi man and woman, South Africa, 1818 by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: Khoikhoi man and woman, South Africa, 1818)

Man and woman of Jagga or Chaga, Africa, 1818
Man and woman of Jagga, from the kingdoms of Monoemugi and Caffraria, Africa, 1818. Chaga people of Tanzania with woven skirts, bow, quiver and arrows, basket

The Hottentot Venus, Bushman woman, from L Histoire Naturelle des Mammiferes
CHT163190 The Hottentot Venus, Bushman woman, from L Histoire Naturelle des Mammiferes by Etienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire (1772-1844) and Frederic Cuvier (1773-1838), 1824 (colour litho) by Last

Khoikhoi (Hottentot) woman in full dress of fur cape, beaded skirt, anklets, necklaces. From Francois Le Vaillants Second Voyage into the Interior of Africa

Hottentot Man and Woman, South Africa
Hottentot Man and Woman from Southern Africa, north of the Cape of Good Hope. Nowadays, these people are named the Khoikhoi (or Khoi), a historical division of the Khoisan ethnic group

Marriage among the Hottentots, Jan Luyken, Jan Bouman, 1681

Selim I (1467-1520) Emperor of Turkey from 1512 attacking Persians under Esmai il I or Isma il (1487-1524) founder of Safavid dynasty, at Khoi, Azerbaijan. Woodcut

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The Khoi people, also known as the Hottentots, were San Hunter-gatherers who inhabited parts of Africa. In 1818, a portrait captured a Khoikhoi man and woman from South Africa, showcasing their unique attire and cultural heritage. Another image depicted a Jagga or Chaga couple from Africa during the same period. One notable figure among the Khoi people was "The Hottentot Venus, " a Bushman woman featured in L'Histoire Naturelle des Mammiferes. Her portrayal shed light on the exploitation and objectification faced by indigenous communities. Various depictions showcased the traditional dress of Khoikhoi women in all its splendor. These images highlighted their intricate garments adorned with vibrant patterns and accessories that reflected their rich cultural identity. In addition to portraits, historical engravings portrayed everyday life among the Khoi people. An engraving from 1814 depicted Speelman, a prominent member of the community. Meanwhile, an artwork dating back to 1681 illustrated a marriage ceremony among the Hottentots, providing insights into their customs and traditions. Beyond visual representations within African contexts, there are instances where other cultures interacted with the Khoikhoi people. Selim I (1467-1520), Emperor of Turkey attacked Persians under Esmai il in one such event.