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"Mali: A Tapestry of Culture and Tradition in West Africa" Embark on a journey through the vibrant land of Mali

Background imageMali Collection: MANSA MUSA (1312-1337). King of Mali. Mansa Musa seated on his throne

MANSA MUSA (1312-1337). King of Mali. Mansa Musa seated on his throne. Facing him is a Tuareg on his camel. Detail from the Catalan Atlas of 1375

Background imageMali Collection: Africa Political Map

Africa Political Map
Antique illustration of a Africa Political Map from 1893

Background imageMali Collection: Timbuktu in Africa, as drawn by Rene-Auguste Caillie

Timbuktu in Africa, as drawn by Rene-Auguste Caillie, the first European visitor, 1828. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of Caillies illustration

Background imageMali Collection: Mud village, Sanga region, Dogon, Mali, Africa

Mud village, Sanga region, Dogon, Mali, Africa

Background imageMali Collection: Monkey skulls embedded in mud wall to protect against evil spirits, Dogon village of Telle

Monkey skulls embedded in mud wall to protect against evil spirits, Dogon village of Telle, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mali, Africa

Background imageMali Collection: Mali, Timbuktu

Mali, Timbuktu. An Islamic teacher corrects a childs homework on a wooden slate in Timbuktu. Since ancient times, Timbuktu has been a place of Islamic learning

Background imageMali Collection: Mali, Africa - Young women from Timbuktu

Mali, Africa - Young women from Timbuktu
Mali, Africa - Two young women from Timbuktu Date: circa 1910s

Background imageMali Collection: Mali, Africa - Two women from Timbuktu

Mali, Africa - Two women from Timbuktu Date: circa 1910s

Background imageMali Collection: Girl from Mali with wonderful beads and headdress

Girl from Mali with wonderful beads and headdress
Young Soninke Girl from Mali wearing wonderful beads and beaded headdress

Background imageMali Collection: Young Tuareg man smoking small pipe and wearing headscarf

Young Tuareg man smoking small pipe and wearing headscarf, Timbuktu, Mali, West Africa, Africa

Background imageMali Collection: Sacred rock paintings on cliff depicting Dogon customs and stories in Songo

Sacred rock paintings on cliff depicting Dogon customs and stories in Songo, Dogon Country, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mali, West Africa, Africa

Background imageMali Collection: A hand-painted sign showing the time it would take to reach Timbuktu in Mali (52 days

A hand-painted sign showing the time it would take to reach Timbuktu in Mali (52 days) if one were to set off across the Sahara Desert on a camel

Background imageMali Collection: Bobo masks during festivities, Sikasso, Mali, Africa

Bobo masks during festivities, Sikasso, Mali, Africa

Background imageMali Collection: Marche des Artisans (Artisans market), Djembe, Bamako, Mali, Africa

Marche des Artisans (Artisans market), Djembe, Bamako, Mali, Africa

Background imageMali Collection: Mud-walled houses, Mopti, Mali, Africa

Mud-walled houses, Mopti, Mali, Africa

Background imageMali Collection: Boats on the Bani river, Mopti, Mali, Africa

Boats on the Bani river, Mopti, Mali, Africa

Background imageMali Collection: A beautiful carved door of the Dogon Country. Mali, West Africa

A beautiful carved door of the Dogon Country. Mali, West Africa

Background imageMali Collection: Scene from the Christological Cyclet. Wall painting

Scene from the Christological Cyclet. Wall painting
Scene from the Christological Cycle. Wall painting from the Church of St. George Mali, built in the 17th century on the southern shore of the ancient Nesebur, demolished in 1946

Background imageMali Collection: Young girl of Timbuktu, Mali

Young girl of Timbuktu, Mali. Although Muslim, she can go out without a veil, and wears a tall hat, Moorish costume of shawl, embroidered jacket, chemise and culottes

Background imageMali Collection: Portrait of a man wearing typical clothes in Mali

Portrait of a man wearing typical clothes in Mali

Background imageMali Collection: House of Segou. Mali, West Africa

House of Segou. Mali, West Africa

Background imageMali Collection: The Sahara desert mountains near Hombori. Mali, West Africa

The Sahara desert mountains near Hombori. Mali, West Africa

Background imageMali Collection: A decorated escarpment at the Dogon village of Songho

A decorated escarpment at the Dogon village of Songho. Magic symbols spread the wall where circumcision of boys takes place each year. Dogon Country, Mali, West Africa

Background imageMali Collection: Illustration of flag of Mali, a tricolor of green, yellow, and red equal vertical stripes

Illustration of flag of Mali, a tricolor of green, yellow, and red equal vertical stripes

Background imageMali Collection: Mali - Bani River, principal tributary of the Niger River

Mali - Bani River, principal tributary of the Niger River
Mali - A covered dugout canoe on the Bani River, the principal tributary of the Niger River. Date: circa 1907

Background imageMali Collection: Sacred tree in Segou, Mali, West Africa

Sacred tree in Segou, Mali, West Africa

Background imageMali Collection: CARTOGRAPHY 'French West Africa and Sahara'

CARTOGRAPHY "French West Africa and Sahara"
6202965 CARTOGRAPHY "French West Africa and Sahara"; (add.info.: CARTOGRAPHY "French West Africa and Sahara". Flag, cartography and view of Tombuctu and an Oasis in the desert)

Background imageMali Collection: Mandingo women dancing a cullunjee

Mandingo women dancing a cullunjee
FLO4619973 Mandingo women dancing a cullunjee. They wear tall feather hats, painted faces, and grass skirts, and beat time with drums and wooden castanets

Background imageMali Collection: Amadou, King of Segou, Kingdom of Bambara of Mali. Engraving 1885

Amadou, King of Segou, Kingdom of Bambara of Mali. Engraving 1885
JAB4122001 Amadou, King of Segou, Kingdom of Bambara of Mali. Engraving 1885; (add.info.: Amadou, King of Segou, Kingdom of Bambara of Mali. Engraving 1885); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Background imageMali Collection: A Settlement In Kouihara, West Africa

A Settlement In Kouihara, West Africa
UIG5420061 A Settlement In Kouihara, West Africa, In The 19Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1878 ©UIG/Leemage

Background imageMali Collection: Sudanese women in striped dress

Sudanese women in striped dress
FLO4635244 Sudanese women in striped dress. Below, demmes of Timbuktu (Mali) and Tibbo women of the Sahara

Background imageMali Collection: Malinke from MALI - Young man from West Africa 1895

Malinke from MALI - Young man from West Africa 1895
JAB4120292 Malinke from MALI - Young man from West Africa 1895; (add.info.: Malinke from MALI - Young man from West Africa 1895); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Background imageMali Collection: Madinka wedding, c.1810 (engraving)

Madinka wedding, c.1810 (engraving)
7293205 Madinka wedding, c.1810 (engraving); (add.info.: Geography. Mali/Guinea. Madinka wedding (malinke). Engraving, France, ca 1810.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

Background imageMali Collection: Costumes of the Mandingo or Mandinka people

Costumes of the Mandingo or Mandinka people
FLO4619979 Costumes of the Mandingo or Mandinka people, west Africa

Background imageMali Collection: Deep attack

Deep attack
Marcel Rebro

Background imageMali Collection: The Bambaras attack the Besiegers; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

The Bambaras attack the Besiegers; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: San-farba, a griot of Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown

San-farba, a griot of Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
San-farba, a griot of Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: Attack on Sansandig by Ahmadou's army; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

Attack on Sansandig by Ahmadou's army; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: Talibe equipped for fighting; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

Talibe equipped for fighting; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: Ahmadou's Army crossing the Niger; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

Ahmadou's Army crossing the Niger; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: View in Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown

View in Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
View in Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: Women pounding Millet; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown

Women pounding Millet; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Women pounding Millet; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: Ahmadou's Palace at Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

Ahmadou's Palace at Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: Ahmadou, King of Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown

Ahmadou, King of Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Ahmadou, King of Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: King Ahmadou at a 'Palaver

King Ahmadou at a "Palaver."; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: Travelling down the Niger; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown

Travelling down the Niger; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Travelling down the Niger; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: Bambaras and their Head-dresses; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

Bambaras and their Head-dresses; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: Coiffures of Bambara Women; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown

Coiffures of Bambara Women; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Coiffures of Bambara Women; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: House of the Daughter of the last King of Segou

House of the Daughter of the last King of Segou, at Yamina; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: Our Camping-ground at Morebougou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

Our Camping-ground at Morebougou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: The House of El Hadj at Dianghirte; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

The House of El Hadj at Dianghirte; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: Dandangoura, chief of Farabougou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

Dandangoura, chief of Farabougou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: The Baobab Tree of Kouroundingkoto; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

The Baobab Tree of Kouroundingkoto; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageMali Collection: View of Mount Kita; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown

View of Mount Kita; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
View of Mount Kita; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageMali Collection: Village of Niantanso; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown

Village of Niantanso; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Village of Niantanso; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageMali Collection: View of Koundian; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown

View of Koundian; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
View of Koundian; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageMali Collection: Hippopotami at the falls of the Senegal

Hippopotami at the falls of the Senegal, in Bambouk; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageMali Collection: Crocodile attempting to seize an Ox; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

Crocodile attempting to seize an Ox; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageMali Collection: Racine Tall, El Hadj's chief at Koundian; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

Racine Tall, El Hadj's chief at Koundian; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageMali Collection: Resort of Apes on the banks of the Senegal; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

Resort of Apes on the banks of the Senegal; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageMali Collection: Falls of Gouina, in the rainy season; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger

Falls of Gouina, in the rainy season; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageMali Collection: The Falls of Felou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown

The Falls of Felou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
The Falls of Felou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageMali Collection: Fording the Bakhoy; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown

Fording the Bakhoy; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Fording the Bakhoy; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Background imageMali Collection: Un petit noir de Bamako sur le cheval Oualata de race indigene; L'Ouest Africain

Un petit noir de Bamako sur le cheval Oualata de race indigene; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Background imageMali Collection: Les restes de l'ancien fort de Medine Pres de Kayes; L'Ouest Africain

Les restes de l'ancien fort de Medine Pres de Kayes; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Background imageMali Collection: Delta central ou region lacustre du Niger; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown

Delta central ou region lacustre du Niger; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Delta central ou region lacustre du Niger; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Background imageMali Collection: Un village noir sur le Niger (environs de Sansanding); L'Ouest Africain

Un village noir sur le Niger (environs de Sansanding); L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Background imageMali Collection: La maison de Rene Caillie a Tombouctou; L'Ouest Africain

La maison de Rene Caillie a Tombouctou; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Background imageMali Collection: Entrée de Barth a Tombouctou le septembre 1853; L'Ouest Africain

Entrée de Barth a Tombouctou le septembre 1853; L'Ouest Africain
Entree de Barth a Tombouctou le septembre 1853; L'Ouest Africain, 1914.From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Background imageMali Collection: Miniature Painting on Paper, Ragini Mali Guro, Nathdwara School

Miniature Painting on Paper, Ragini Mali Guro, Nathdwara School
3610055 Miniature Painting on Paper, Ragini Mali Guro, Nathdwara School by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Background imageMali Collection: Boeing 727-173C N695WA

Boeing 727-173C N695WA (msn 19509 / 459), of Air Mali, at Bamako airport. Date: circa 1972

Background imageMali Collection: Seated Figure, 13th century (terracotta)

Seated Figure, 13th century (terracotta)
7316846 Seated Figure, 13th century (terracotta) by African School; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Middle Niger civilization.)

Background imageMali Collection: Marionette, Bambara Culture

Marionette, Bambara Culture
LSE3082223 Marionette, Bambara Culture, by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Leonard de Selva

Background imageMali Collection: Marionette, Bambara Culture

Marionette, Bambara Culture
LSE3082222 Marionette, Bambara Culture, by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Leonard de Selva

Background imageMali Collection: Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo

Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo
LSE4079979 Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo, Sekou region of Mali - Coll

Background imageMali Collection: Seated Male Figure with Lance, 16th-19th century (wood)

Seated Male Figure with Lance, 16th-19th century (wood)
7316854 Seated Male Figure with Lance, 16th-19th century (wood) by African School; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Bamana peoples, Mali, Bougouni or Dioila region)

Background imageMali Collection: Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo

Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo
LSE4079980 Bambara puppets used on the occasion of the festivals of Tongo, Sekou region of Mali - Coll

Background imageMali Collection: Head of a Hobbyhorse, Bamana, late 1800s-early 1900s (wood, metal)

Head of a Hobbyhorse, Bamana, late 1800s-early 1900s (wood, metal)
491181 Head of a Hobbyhorse, Bamana, late 1800s-early 1900s (wood, metal) by African School; h:40.70 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Background imageMali Collection: The carpet market in Mopti (oil on canvas)

The carpet market in Mopti (oil on canvas)
6352769 The carpet market in Mopti (oil on canvas) by Ackein, Marcelle (1882-1952); 81x100 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Le marche des tapis a Mopti); Photo © Christie's Images

Background imageMali Collection: Dogon Kanaga Mask, Mali

Dogon Kanaga Mask, Mali
HSC199814 Dogon Kanaga Mask, Mali by African School; Horniman Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: worn by initates during ritual dance; dancers make circling movement with the mask)



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"Mali: A Tapestry of Culture and Tradition in West Africa" Embark on a journey through the vibrant land of Mali, as we explore its rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Located in West Africa, a country that captivates with its diversity and historical significance. Starting with an Africa Political Map, one can trace the contours of this enchanting nation. In the Sanga region lies a mud village belonging to the Dogon people. Here, ancient traditions come alive as monkey skulls are embedded in mud walls to ward off evil spirits - a testament to their spiritual beliefs. Venturing further into Mali, we arrive at Timbuktu - a city steeped in history and myth. Young women adorned with colorful garments catch our attention, showcasing their pride for their hometown. Two women from Timbuktu exude grace and elegance, reflecting the resilience of Malian women. Intriguing encounters continue as we meet a girl from Mali bedecked with wonderful beads and an elaborate headdress - her beauty echoing the artistic flair found throughout this land. Meanwhile, a young Tuareg man wearing a headscarf puffs on his small pipe amidst the sandy dunes of Timbuktu; his presence embodies both tradition and modernity. As we journey towards Timbuktu's sacred rock paintings in Songo, we witness captivating depictions of Dogon customs and stories etched onto cliffs - reminding us of Mali's deep-rooted connection to its ancestral past. Celebrations abound too. Sikasso comes alive during festivities where Bobo masks take center stage. These intricately crafted masks symbolize unity among communities while honoring age-old rituals passed down through generations. Finally, our exploration concludes with a hand-painted sign displaying how long it would take to reach Timbuktu: 52 days. This reminder highlights not only the remoteness but also the allure that surrounds this mythical city.

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