Tuareg Collection

Expedition vehicle in the Tenere region of the central Sahara

Tuareg making tea, Sebha, Ubari, Libya, North 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

Tuareg pouring tea, Sebha, Ubari, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Tuareg tribesman and camel, Niger, Africa

Bizarre rock formations in Sahara Desert, Algeria

Road in Sahara Desert, Algeria

Camel in Sahara Desert, Hoggar Mountains, Algeria

Sand dunes and rocks of Sahara Desert, Tadrart, Algeria

A Tuareg with his camel - French Colonial Exhibition
A Tuareg with his camel at The Colonial Exhibition at the Garden of Tropical Agriculture at Nogent-sur-Marne, just outside Paris, France. The Tuareg people are a large Berber ethnic confederation

Tuareg man leading a camel train of tourists on the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi, Merzouga, Sahara Desert, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Family with one child enjoying a camel ride in the desert, Erg Chebbi, Merzouga, Sahara Desert, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

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Caravan of Tuaregs attacking a mission of Meharists, in the Sahara desert
XEE4189154 Caravan of Tuaregs attacking a mission of Meharists, in the Sahara desert, Frontpage of French newspaper Le petit journal, January 18

French victory in the Sahara, a scene of combat in the desert between the army and the Tuareg rebels
LSE4326965 French victory in the Sahara, a scene of combat in the desert between the army and the Tuareg rebels, before the capture of In Salah, a nevralgic refuelling centre for the rebels

The Defeat of the Tuaregs, front cover of Le Petit Journal, 30th April 1894 (colour litho)
CHT173709 The Defeat of the Tuaregs, front cover of Le Petit Journal, 30th April 1894 (colour litho) by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; © Archives Charmet

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Libya, Fezzan, dunes of Wan Kaza Date: 30/07/2005

Le Caire (Egypte) (Cairo). Scene de campement d une caravane dans le desert, la ville en arriere plan
FIA5344589 Le Caire (Egypte) (Cairo). Scene de campement d une caravane dans le desert, la ville en arriere plan. Peinture de Nikolai Yegorovich Makovsky (1842-1886), huile sur toile, 1876

Exhibition of the caravan of Touareg at the winter velodrome
LSE4323912 Exhibition of the caravan of Touareg at the winter velodrome. Engraving in " Le petit journal" 4/06/1894. Selvas collection

Tuaregs exhibited at the Velodrome d Hiver, Paris (colour litho)
2818524 Tuaregs exhibited at the Velodrome d Hiver, Paris (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tuaregs exhibited at the Velodrome d Hiver, Paris)

Nomadic Tuaregs riding camels amongst the Saharan Dunes - North Africa. Date: circa 1908

Caravan crossing the desert. Painting by Charles Theodore Frere dit Bey Frere (1814-1888)
JLJ4621906 Caravan crossing the desert. Painting by Charles Theodore Frere dit Bey Frere (1814-1888), 19th century. Oil on canvas

The defeat of the Tuareg (colour litho)
2818509 The defeat of the Tuareg (colour litho) by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The defeat of the Tuareg)

Arrival in Paris of Moussa Ag Amastan, Chief of the Kel Ahaggar Tuareg (colour litho)
2779640 Arrival in Paris of Moussa Ag Amastan, Chief of the Kel Ahaggar Tuareg (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrival in Paris of Moussa Ag Amastan)

The Tuaregs of Hoggar submitting to French rule in the Algerian Sahara (colour litho)
2796001 The Tuaregs of Hoggar submitting to French rule in the Algerian Sahara (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Evening prayer in the Sahara Desert Detail. Painting by Gustave Achille Guillaumet
JLJ4646088 Evening prayer in the Sahara Desert Detail. Painting by Gustave Achille Guillaumet (1840-1887) 1863 Sun. 1, 3x2, 8 m. Paris, musee d Orsay - Evening prayer in the Sahara. Detail

The explorer Henri Lhote (1903-1991) found by the Tuareg dying of thirst in the Saharan
XEE4183279 The explorer Henri Lhote (1903-1991) found by the Tuareg dying of thirst in the Saharan desert of Algeria. Engraving in " Le petit Journal Illustrie"

The Tuareg in 1892
XEE4133870 The Tuareg in 1892. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tuareg in 1892.); Stefano Bianchetti; out of copyright

The defeat of the Tuareg. French colonial troops under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel
XEE4158961 The defeat of the Tuareg. French colonial troops under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel Joseph Joffre (1852-1931) - The Defeat of the Touareg

In english Sahara: fight between french troop sand touaregs
XEE4150286 In english Sahara: fight between french troop sand touaregs, illustration from newspaper " Le Petit Journal" march 17, 1907 (engraving) by French School

A Touareg camp, drawing by Lancelot, to illustrate the 1849-1855 journey to the centre of
LSE4324337 A Touareg camp, drawing by Lancelot, to illustrate the 1849-1855 journey to the centre of Africa of Dr. Henri Barth

Tuareg chiefs (engraving)
3627340 Tuareg chiefs (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tuareg chiefs. Illustration from Album du Grand Journal (Imprimerie Auguste Vallee, Paris, 1864)

Tuaricks, People of Central Africa (engraving)
2771928 Tuaricks, People of Central Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tuaricks, People of Central Africa)

Defeated a Tuareg tribe against the French in southern Algeria
XEE4178037 Defeated a Tuareg tribe against the French in southern Algeria, in " Le petit Parisien", 1902 (engraving) by French School

The Tuaregs Hoggar and Taitogs submitting to English rule in the Algerian Sahara
XEE4158640 The Tuaregs Hoggar and Taitogs submitting to English rule in the Algerian Sahara. In the Algerian Sahara. The Touareg Hoggars and Taitogs submit their submission to France

Evening prayer in the Sahara Desert Detail of the Tuareg camp
JLJ4612448 Evening prayer in the Sahara Desert Detail of the Tuareg camp. Painting by Gustave Achille Guillaumet (1840-1887) 1863 Sun. 1, 3x2, 8 m

Tuareg (chromolitho)
1093724 Tuareg (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tuareg. French educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Tuareg standing on a sand dune in the Tenere Desert at sunrise, Sahara, Niger, Africa

Tuareg, Sebha, Ubari, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Colonial Exhibition, Bois de Vincennes - Tuareg Camp Date: 1907

Tuaregs on a journey, North Africa, 1895. Artist: Ivan Pranishnikoff
Tuaregs on a journey, North Africa, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

A Targui man, 1895. Artist: Henri Thiriat
A Targui man, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XXII, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Dr Heinrich Barth, German geographer and explorer, (c1900)
Dr Heinrich Barth, German geographer and explorer, at Timbuktu, Mali, (c1900). Heinrich Barth (1821-1865) was a member of the expedition commanded by James Richardson

The defeat of the Tuaregs, 1894. Artist: Frederic Lix
The defeat of the Tuaregs, 1894. The Tuareg came into conflict with the French as the French sought to bring their Saharan territory under colonial control in the 19th century

The Tuareg Caravan at the Winter Velodrome, Paris, 1894
The Tuareg caravan at the Winter Velodrome, Paris, 1894. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 4th June 1894

Niger, Sahara, Tenere Desert. Sand Dunes of the Tenere Desert. This is the largest protected area in Africa, covering over 7.7 million hectares

Tuareg walking in Erg Ubari, Sebha, Lybia

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The Tuareg, a nomadic people of the Sahara desert, are known for their rich cultural heritage and fascinating way of life. In the vast Tenere region of the central Sahara, an expedition vehicle traverses through the rugged terrain, showcasing the resilience and adaptability of these desert dwellers. A hand-painted sign stands proudly in the arid landscape, displaying the time it would take to reach Timbuktu in Mali - a staggering 52 days. This serves as a testament to both their enduring spirit and their deep connection to this ancient trade route. In Sebha, Ubari, Libya, North Africa, Tuareg men gather around a fire to prepare traditional tea. The rhythmic pouring of steaming liquid into delicate glasses symbolizes hospitality and camaraderie among these proud tribesmen. As dusk settles over Niger's sandy expanse, a Tuareg tribesman gracefully guides his camel across the horizon. These majestic creatures have long been companions on their journeys through unforgiving terrains. Centuries ago in West Africa, Tuareg horse warriors were renowned for their equestrian skills and bravery on battlefields. Their presence evoked awe as they galloped fearlessly across vast landscapes. Silhouetted against Morocco's golden dunes at sunset is an enchanting scene that captures the mystique of the Sahara desert. The timeless beauty of this land resonates with every grain of sand beneath one's feet. Historical records depict a French Colonial Exhibition where a Tuareg man stands tall beside his loyal camel companion. This image speaks volumes about colonial encounters that shaped not only African history but also global narratives during that era. An intricate lithograph from 1897 showcases North Africa's diverse tapestry with Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia taking center stage. It encapsulates how deeply rooted Tuareg culture is within this vibrant region.