Mali Collection

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

EXPL2A-00139
Timbuktu in Africa, as drawn by Rene-Auguste Caillie, the first European visitor, 1828. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of Caillies illustration

Mud village, Sanga region, Dogon, Mali, Africa

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

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

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

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

Girl from Mali with wonderful beads and headdress
Young Soninke Girl from Mali wearing wonderful beads and beaded headdress. The Soninke (also called Sarakole, Seraculeh, or Serahuli)

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

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

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

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

Bobo masks during festivities, Sikasso, Mali, Africa

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

Mud-walled houses, Mopti, Mali, Africa

Boats on the Bani river, Mopti, Mali, Africa

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)

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Les Monts Hombori (Mopti region, Mali) - Colorisee engraving, 19th century - Hombori Mountains, in what is now Mali
NWI4855307 Les Monts Hombori (Mopti region, Mali) - Colorisee engraving, 19th century - Hombori Mountains, in what is now Mali, western Africa

Malinke Girl - People of West Africa (Cote d'Ivoire, Mali, Guinee 1895)
JAB4120198 Malinke Girl - People of West Africa (Cote d'Ivoire, Mali, Guinee 1895); (add.info.: Malinke Girl - People of West Africa (Cote d'Ivoire, Mali)

Timbuktu (Mali, Africa) from a drawing by Rene Caillie, 1799-1838), a French traveller
NWI4848176 Timbuktu (Mali, Africa) from a drawing by Rene Caillie, 1799-1838), a French traveller, the first western to return from the city, 1828

Costumes of the Mandingo or Mandinka people, west Africa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio Sasso
FLO4619979 Costumes of the Mandingo or Mandinka people, west Africa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Deep attack
Marcel Rebro

'The Bambaras attack the Besiegers; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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

'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

'Attack on Sansandig by Ahmadou's army; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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

'Talibe equipped for fighting; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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

'Ahmadou's Army crossing the Niger; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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

'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

'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

'Ahmadou's Palace at Segou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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

'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

'King Ahmadou at a "Palaver."; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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

'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

'Bambaras and their Head-dresses; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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

'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

House of the Daughter of the last King of Segou, at Yamina; Journey from the Senegal... 1875. Creator: Unknown
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

'Our Camping-ground at Morebougou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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

'The House of El Hadj at Dianghirte; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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

'Dandangoura, chief of Farabougou; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
'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

'The Baobab Tree of Kouroundingkoto; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
'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

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]

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]

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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.