West African Collection (page 9)

Wooden Bicycle, Cameroon (wood)
HSC206667 Wooden Bicycle, Cameroon (wood) by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Altar: Mami Wata, Republic of Benin (photo)
HSC206688 Altar: Mami Wata, Republic of Benin (photo) by African School; Horniman Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: brings wealth and loss of fertility to followers;); Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Standing Figures, Yoruba Culture (wrought iron)
HSC194625 Standing Figures, Yoruba Culture (wrought iron) by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Asante swords. from Ghana
XBP228671 Asante swords. from Ghana by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Boltin Picture Library

Dogon Sim Mask, Mali (painted palm wood)
HSC206673 Dogon Sim Mask, Mali (painted palm wood) by African School; Private Collection; (add.info.: dancers swing the mask around body & beat the ground with the tip; represents antelope & spirit)

Karumba Antelope Mask, Burkina Faso (wood)
HSC206695 Karumba Antelope Mask, Burkina Faso (wood) by African School; Horniman Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: drives away evil spirits at first tilling of land and death ritual after mourning;)

Elephant shaped charms, from Ghana (gold)
XBP228672 Elephant shaped charms, from Ghana (gold) by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Boltin Picture Library

Mask surmounted by a wader, Yaoure Population, Ivory Coast (wood)
XIR184076 Mask surmounted by a wader, Yaoure Population, Ivory Coast (wood) by African School; height: 40 cm; Musee du Quai Branly et des Arts Premiers, Paris, France

Asante mask, from Ghana (gold)
XBP228679 Asante mask, from Ghana (gold) by African School; Private Collection; (add.info.: either a gold weight or a belt mask;); Photo © Boltin Picture Library

Asante scorpion ring, from Ghana (gold)
XBP228676 Asante scorpion ring, from Ghana (gold) by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Boltin Picture Library

Asante cap worn by King and officials, from Ghana (leather silver & gold) c. 1850's
XBP228651 Asante cap worn by King and officials, from Ghana (leather silver & gold) c. 1850's by African School; Private Collection; Photo © Boltin Picture Library

View of a Moorish Brakna march in the Podor region of Senegal, beginning 18th century (A moorish market near Podor)
ELD4874548 View of a Moorish Brakna march in the Podor region of Senegal, beginning 18th century (A moorish market near Podor, Senegal)

Male Figure with Raised Arms, 14th-17th century (wood, patina)
7316818 Male Figure with Raised Arms, 14th-17th century (wood, patina) by Dogon Culture; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Mali, Tintam village)

Male Figure: Court Official, 16th-17th century (brass)
7316916 Male Figure: Court Official, 16th-17th century (brass) by Nigerian; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Edo peoples, Nigeria, Court of Benin.)

Plaque: Warrior and Attendants, 16th-17th century (brass)
7316915 Plaque: Warrior and Attendants, 16th-17th century (brass) by Nigerian; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Edo artist, Nigeria, Igun-Eronmwen guild, Court of Benin.)

Seated Couple, 18th, early 19th century (wood & metal)
7316817 Seated Couple, 18th, early 19th century (wood & metal) by Dogon Culture; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Dogon artist)

Western reef egret (Egretta gularis) wading in river at sunrise, Allahein River, The Gambia

Unloading a ship on the beach, Historic, digital reproduction of an original 19th century painting, Dahomey, 1888
7278825 Unloading a ship on the beach, Historic, digital reproduction of an original 19th century painting, Dahomey, 1888 by Unknown Artist

Couple of the Benin, 1810 (engraving)
7293287 Couple of the Benin, 1810 (engraving) by Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, Jacques (1757-1810); (add.info.: Geography. Benin. Couple of the Benin)

Patas monkey (Cercopithecus patas) standing on a tree branch at roadside between Jajanburreh and Kaur Wetlands, The Gambia

Male Giant kingfisher (Megaceryle maxima) diving, Allahein River, The Gambia

Two Little bee-eaters (Merops pusillus) perched side by side on branch, one with insect in beak, Allahein River, The Gambia

Male Beautiful sunbird (Cinnyris Pulchellus) courtship display, Allahein River, The Gambia

Common greenshank (Tringa nebularia) wading in river with wings spread, Allahein River, The Gambia

Two Western grey plantain-eaters (Crinifer piscator) looking at each other, Allahein River, The Gambia

Flock of White-faced whistling duck (Actophilornis africanus) in flight, Allahein River, The Gambia

West African crocodile (Crocodylus suchus) raising its head above water, Allahein River, The Gambia

Green turaco (Tauraco persa) perched on branch, Brufut Forest, The Gambia

Violet turaco (Musophaga violacea) perched on branch, Brufut Forest, The Gambia

Kan-Gro Kenikbah, or Harpist; An Excursion in Dahomey, 1871. Creator: J. Alfred Skertchly
Kan-Gro " Kenikbah, " or Harpist; An Excursion in Dahomey, 1871. [Musician from what is now Benin in West Africa]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

House of the Caboceer of MBO-GE-LAH; An Excursion in Dahomey, 1871. Creator: J. Alfred Skertchly
House of the Caboceer of MBO-GE-LAH; An Excursion in Dahomey, 1871. [Village scene in what is now Benin]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Mahe Labourer; An Excursion in Dahomey, 1871. Creator: J. Alfred Skertchly
Mahe Labourer; An Excursion in Dahomey, 1871. [Man from what is now Benin in West Africa]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

A Mahe Woman of Ampasim; An Excursion in Dahomey, 1871. Creator: J. Alfred Skertchly
A Mahe Woman of Ampasim; An Excursion in Dahomey, 1871. [Woman from what is now Benin in West Africa]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

French Colonies (Senegal) 1865: Expedition in Casamance. Battle of Guimbering, Capture of the village
XEE4404789 French Colonies (Senegal) 1865: Expedition in Casamance. Battle of Guimbering, Capture of the village, episode of the attack on the dunes occupied by the enemy

Troops of druses horsemen (druzes) fled before the Senegalese army in the service of France in Syria under French
XEE4189239 Troops of druses horsemen (druzes) fled before the Senegalese army in the service of France in Syria under French mandate

Okandas, Gabon, 1878 (drawing)
1730961 Okandas, Gabon, 1878 (drawing) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Gabon, 1878 : Okandas, drawing)

Wodaabe Women. Creator: Dorte Verner
Wodaabe Women

Timbuctu, c. 1850 (engraving)
7259562 Timbuctu, c.1850 (engraving) by Payne, Albert Henry (1812-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captions Timbuctu, in Africa and Aus d. Kunstanst. D. Bibliogr. Instit. In Hildbh)

A militia dragoon punished in Santiago, Cape Verde, 1828 (lithograph)
7235374 A militia dragoon punished in Santiago, Cape Verde, 1828 (lithograph) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Caryatid vessel (arugba Shango), late 19th to c. 1940 (wood and pigment)
1068803 Caryatid vessel (arugba Shango), late 19th to c.1940 (wood and pigment) by Fakeye, Akobi Ogun (1870-1946); 106x43.2x44.5 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; Nigerian, out of copyright

General Alfred-Amedee Dodds, commander of the French army during the Second Franco-Dahomean War Africa (b / w photo)
7200486 General Alfred-Amedee Dodds, commander of the French army during the Second Franco-Dahomean War Africa (b/w photo) by Brichaut

Three court attendants, 16th - 17th century (bronze)
DBP412915 Three court attendants, 16th - 17th century (bronze) by Benin; height: 49 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Dirk Bakker

Human sacrifices in the Kingdom of Dahomey, Africa (b / w photo)
7200484 Human sacrifices in the Kingdom of Dahomey, Africa (b/w photo) by Brichaut, Albert (died c 1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Human sacrifices in the Kingdom of Dahomey, Africa)

Gabar goshawk (Micronisus gabar) juvenile, plundering nest of Weaverbird, Allahein river, The Gambia

Palm-nut vulture (Gypohierax angolensis) in flight, Allahein river, The Gambia

Female Abyssinian ground hornbill (Bucorvus Abyssinicus) walking along riverbank, Allahein River, The Gambia

Male Giant kingfisher (Megaceryle maxima) perched on branch, Allahein river, The Gambia

Western reef egret (Egretta gularis) running through shallow water with wings open, chasing small fish, Kotu creek, The Gambia

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"Exploring the Vibrant West African Culture: From Benin to Gambia" Embark on a captivating journey through West Africa, where the rich heritage of this diverse region unfolds. Begin your adventure in Benin, a country steeped in history and known for its connection to the infamous Route of the Slaves. Visit Ouidah, a coastal town that bears witness to this dark past, with its hauntingly beautiful beachfront. In Ghana's Ankasa Reserve, experience the enchanting nocturnal world as you spot an adult West African Potto climbing gracefully on a branch. The reserve is home to an array of fascinating wildlife that thrives under the moonlit sky. Travel further west to Gambia's capital city, Banjul, where local artisans showcase their talent at batik workshops. Marvel at intricate elephant textiles and handcrafted masterpieces hanging proudly on display. Delve into history as you encounter bronze sculptures depicting warriors and attendants from ancient times. These remarkable works of art offer glimpses into the cultural legacy of West Africa. Escape to Sierra Leone's Freetown Peninsula and bask in the sun-kissed beauty of River Number 2 Beach. Let its golden sands and crystal-clear waters wash away all worries as you immerse yourself in nature's embrace. Discover influential figures like Samory Toure, a revered West African ruler whose pen-and-ink drawing captures his powerful presence even today. His legacy continues to inspire generations across French-speaking countries. Journey southward towards São Tomé and Príncipe islands where jackfruit trees bear delicious fruits while tropical white spider lilies add splashes of color amidst lush landscapes. Nature thrives here in abundance. Witness nature's marvels up close with groups of Little bee-eaters perched side by side on branches during early mornings along Allahein River in The Gambia. Pied kingfishers elegantly adorn dead branches nearby - a true spectacle of avian beauty.