Mali Collection (page 6)

Mali, Dogon Country, Koundu. A small settlement built among rocks near the Dogon village of Koundu. Dwellings have flat roofs while granaries to store millet have pitched thatched roofs

Mali, Gao. The Tomb of the Askias at Gao. This unusual pyramid-style mud-brick structure was built in 1495 by the first Askia emperor, Askia Mohamed, who was a great warrior

Mali, Mopti. A Bobo man beside his millet granary at a Bobo village near Mopti. The small community of Bobo people is Christian

Mali, DjennA Peul woman wearing large earrings at Djennarket. The weekly Monday market is thronged by thousands of people and is one of the most colourful in West Africa

Mali, Djenn A farmer sets off in his horse-drawn cart to Djennarket to sell a ram and some chickens. The weekly Monday market is thronged by thousands of people

MALI, Mopti Pirogues (Niger River water taxis) jostle to meet an incoming passenger ferry near the port of Mopti. The slender wooden canoes are the traditional craft for fishing

MALI, Mopti A pirogue loaded with passengers is poled along the Niger River near Mopti. The slender wooden canoes are the traditional craft for fishing and transporting passengers

MALI, Timbuktu Camel trekkers in the Saharan sands near Timbuktu

Fisherman cast hand nets on the River Niger from shallow-draught boats

Mud building, nr Djenne, Mali

Market scene, Ende, Mali, Africa

Masked Ceremonial Dogon Dancers, Sangha, Dogon Country, Mali Africa, West Africa, Mali, Dogon Country, Bandiagara escarpment, Masked Ceremonial Dogon Dancers on stilts near Sangha

Poster advertising the Ellora Caves, India
Poster by V A Mali, advertising the Ellora Caves, India. Printed for the Government of India by Bolton Fine Art, Bombay. Date: circa 1930

Shooa women with baby, Kanem spearman, and Bambara bowman.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

Women of Sudan in striped robes, Timbuktu, and Tibbo people.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

Earth showing landcover over Africa

Portrait of Charles Mangin (b / w photo)
XIR698866 Portrait of Charles Mangin (b/w photo) by Walery, Stanislaus (fl.c.1890-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Emmanuel Marie Mangin (1866-1925)

Mungo Park resting in a Natives Hut in Sego, Bambarra, 1796 (coloured woodcut)
KW417961 Mungo Park resting in a Natives Hut in Sego, Bambarra, 1796 (coloured woodcut) by Dalziel Brothers (1815-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Figures with xylophone (wood & metal)
XBP356010 Figures with xylophone (wood & metal) by Dogon Culture; height: 39.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; Photo eBoltin Picture Library; African, out of copyright

View of part of the town of Timbuktu from a hill, illustration from Journal
XIR156810 View of part of the town of Timbuktu from a hill, illustration from Journal d un Voyage a Tombouctou et a Jenne, 1830 (engraving) by Caillie, Rene (1799-1838); Bibliotheque Nationale

GREENBACK, THE WEAVER. Mali is but an Ass if he go about to expound his dream
GREENBACK, THE WEAVER. " Mali is but an Ass if he go about to expound his dream.", SHAKESPEARE, 1880, 19th century engraving, USA, America

Flag of Mali

Top of Bandiagara Escarpment, Dogon Country, Mali, Africa

Grassland on top of Bandiagara Escarpment, Dogon Country, Mali, Africa

Baoba tree underneath the Bandiagara Escarpment, Ende, Dogon Country, Mali, Africa

Rock dwellings at village of Ende underneath the Bandiagara Escarpment, Ende, Dogon country, Mali

Dogon village of Nombori underneath the Bandiagara Escarpment, Dogon Country, Mopti Region, Mali

A toguna in village of Irelli, Dogon Country, Mali

Dogon village of Banani with ancient Tellem dwellings underneath the Bandiagara Escarpment, Dogon Country, Mali, Africa

Village of Banani under the Bandiagara Escarpment, Dogon Country, Mali, Africa

Tellem dwellings at village of Banani, Dogon Country, Mali, Africa

Mali - Timbuktu - Moorish Camps / settlements north of the town. Date: circa 1910

Mali - Timbuktu - The Ponds (Mares) - Fetching water
Mali - Timbuktu - The Ponds (Mares) - Large excavations dug out of the sand to draw up water from the depths. Date: circa 1910

Native Furnace - near to Bamako, Mali, West Africa. Date: circa 1909

Mali - Timbuktu - The Ponds (Mares) - Large excavations dug out of the sand to draw up water from the depths. Date: circa 1907

Mali, Cliff of Bandiagara (Land of Dogons), Banani village on hillside
Mali - Dogon Plateau - Fault line at Bandiagara cliff. Banana huts at Dogon village

Mali, Mopti Region, Banani, Cliff of Bandiagara, Ancient Tellem houses carved in rock UNESCO World Heritage Site

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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.