Mandinka Collection

Mungo Park reaches Kamalia, Africa
The Scottish explorer Mungo Park reaches Kamalia in Mandingo (Mandinka, Mandinko) country, West Africa

Mandinka (Mandingo, Mandingo) people dancing to drums in a festival in Dramanet, Kingdom of Galam (Gadjaga, Gajaaga)
FLO4722647 Mandinka (Mandingo, Mandingo) people dancing to drums in a festival in Dramanet, Kingdom of Galam (Gadjaga, Gajaaga, Gadiaga) (upper Senegal River)

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

Mandingos from Northern Liberia, 1906. Creator: Unknown
Mandingos from Northern Liberia, 1906

Costumes of the Mandingo or Mandinka people, west Africa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Antonio Sasso from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World

Mandinka people dancing to drums in a festival
Mandinka (Mandingo) people dancing to drums in a festival in Dramanet, Kingdom of Galam (upper Senegal River). From Mungo Parks Travels in the Interior of Africa

Mandinka polygamist in a bark suit beats one
A Mandinka polygamist in a tree-bark suit beats one of his wives in the brutal ritual of Mumbo Jumbo. From Mungo Parks Travels in the Interior of Africa

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

Mandinka Girls - Sierra Leone, Africa
Mandinka Girls - Freetown, Sierra Leone, Africa. Different traditional hairstyles in evidence. Date: circa 1905

Mandinka Couple Of West Africa. Also Known As Mandinko, Mandingo Or Malinke. From An Original Engraving Published 1802

Mandinka people, West Africa
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

I saw with infinite pleasure the great object of my mission, - the long sought for majestic Niger
XJF2639748 I saw with infinite pleasure the great object of my mission, - the long sought for majestic Niger, glittering to the morning sun, 1860 (engraving) by Park

Mandinka couple of West Africa (colour litho)
KW441358 Mandinka couple of West Africa (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Also known as Mandinko or Malinke)

Park resting in a native hut during his travels, 1816 (engraving)
XJF2639749 Park resting in a native hut during his travels, 1816 (engraving) by Park, Mungo (1771-1806) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Travels in the Interior of Africa)

The Death of Mungo Park, 1806 (engraving)
XJF2639747 The Death of Mungo Park, 1806 (engraving) by Corbould, Henry (1787-1844) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frontispiece to Travels in the Interior of Africa, in the years 1795)

View of Kamalia village from Travels in the interior districts of Africa
XJF2639746 View of Kamalia village from Travels in the interior districts of Africa, 1799 (engraving) by Park, Mungo (1771-1806) (after); Private Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

West Africa, The Gambia, Banjul. A traditional costume used in the Kankurang Masquerade, a rite of passage into adulthood among the Mandinka people

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The Mandinka people, also known as Mandingo or Malinke, have a rich and vibrant culture that spans across West Africa. Their history is filled with fascinating stories and traditions that continue to captivate the world. One significant event in Mandinka history was when Mungo Park, a Scottish explorer, reached Kamalia in Africa. This encounter marked the beginning of an exchange between cultures, where Park learned about the customs and way of life of the Mandinka people. Music plays a vital role in their culture, as seen by a Mandinka man skillfully playing a balafon with sticks. The melodious tunes resonate through the air, creating an enchanting atmosphere that transports listeners to another world. In the 18th century, King Sandaineh ruled over Saloum in Senegambia. His reign brought prosperity and stability to his kingdom while preserving Mandinka traditions for future generations. Festivals are celebrated with great enthusiasm among the Mandinka people. They come alive with vibrant colors and energetic drumming as they dance together to honor their ancestors and rejoice in their shared heritage. Polygamy is practiced within some segments of society, symbolized by a bark-suited polygamist beating one drum passionately. This unique attire represents their commitment to tradition while embracing modernity. Mandingo dancers gracefully move their bodies in synchronized harmony during cullunjee performances - traditional dances passed down from generation to generation. These captivating displays showcase not only their physical prowess but also serve as expressions of cultural identity. Costumes worn by the Mandingo people are intricately designed masterpieces that reflect their artistic flair and attention to detail. Each garment tells its own story - weaving together symbols of strength, beauty, and ancestral wisdom. From Sierra Leone comes an image capturing young Mandinka girls radiating joy amidst nature's beauty - embodying innocence yet carrying within them centuries-old knowledge passed on through oral traditions.