Mangbetu Collection

Congo - Mangbetu Village, Ekibondo - Decorated hut
Congo - Mangbetu Village, Ekibondo - a Decorated hut with conical thatched roof. Date: circa 1920s

Queen Nenzima of the Mangbetu, Belgian Congo (Congo Republic), 1922. Artist: H Lang
Queen Nenzima of the Mangbetu, Belgian Congo (Congo Republic), 1922. From Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume I: Abyssinia to the British Empire

Molende, la Mangbetou, from Dessins et Peintures d Afrique
3251601 Molende, la Mangbetou, from Dessins et Peintures d Afrique, executes au cours de l expedition Citroen Centre Afrique, deuxieme mission Haardt Audouin-Dubreuil, pub

Uru, la Mangbeou (Niangara) haut Ouelle, from Dessins et Peintures d Afrique
3251592 Uru, la Mangbeou (Niangara) haut Ouelle, from Dessins et Peintures d Afrique, executes au cours de l expedition Citroen Centre Afrique, deuxieme mission Haardt Audouin-Dubreuil, pub

Au Coeur De L Afrique, Feu Mounza, Roi Des Mombouttous (engraving)
2789008 Au Coeur De L Afrique, Feu Mounza, Roi Des Mombouttous (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Au Coeur De L Afrique, Feu Mounza, Roi Des Mombouttous)

Mangbetu knife (wood & metal)
1123804 Mangbetu knife (wood & metal) by Congolese; length: 21.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; African, out of copyright

Trumpeter of the Mangbetu, Belgian Congo, Central Africa
Trumpeter of the Mangbettu (Mangbetu) court, holding his carved horn modelled from an ivory tusk, Belgian Congo (now Democratic Republic of the Congo), Central Africa. Date: 1922

Peoples of Africa (colour litho)
3630311 Peoples of Africa (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peoples of Africa)

Kotiane, fillette Mangbetou (Niangara) (Haut Ouelle), from Dessins et Peintures d
3251604 Kotiane, fillette Mangbetou (Niangara) (Haut Ouelle), from Dessins et Peintures d Afrique, executes au cours de l expedition Citroen Centre Afrique, deuxieme mission Haardt Audouin-Dubreuil

African Races (colour litho)
5233436 African Races (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: African Races.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

African Native People, lithograph, published in 1897
African Native People: 1 - 2) Mpongwe people from Gabun; 3) Arab from Morocco; 4) Arab from the southern Tunisia; 5) Fellah; 6 - 7) Copts; 8) Koto from Niger; 9) Fang people; 10) Berber (Dachelaner)

Throwing knife 1800s Central Africa Democratic Republic
Throwing knife, 1800s. Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mangbetu, 19th century. Forged iron and wood; overall: 20 cm (7 7/8 in.)

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The Mangbetu, an African native people, have been captured in various forms of art throughout history. In a lithograph published in 1897, we catch a glimpse of the vibrant Mangbetu Village in Congo's Ekibondo, showcasing their unique culture and decorated huts. Fast forward to 1922, and we witness the regal presence of Queen Nenzima of the Mangbetu through the talented brushstrokes of artist H Lang. In "Molende, " part of Dessins et Peintures d'Afrique collection, we are transported to another Mangbetu village called la Mangbetou. The intricate details depicted on a wooden and metal Mangbetu knife further highlight their craftsmanship and artistic prowess. Music also plays a significant role among the Mangbetu people as seen in an image titled "Trumpeter of the Mangbetu. " This captivating photograph taken in Belgian Congo showcases their rich musical heritage. As we delve deeper into this diverse community, we encounter Kotiane - a young girl from Niangara (Haut Ouelle). Her innocence is beautifully portrayed in another piece from Dessins et Peintures d'Afrique collection. Through these captivating artworks such as "Peoples of Africa" and "African Races, " it becomes evident that the beauty and diversity within African cultures are celebrated worldwide. Finally, an engraving titled "Au Coeur De L'Afrique" introduces us to Feu Mounza - King Of The Mombouttous - offering us insight into yet another facet of this fascinating society. These glimpses into the world of the Mangbetu remind us that art has always been instrumental in preserving cultural heritage while allowing others to appreciate its uniqueness.