Western Africans Collection

Feticheur in Senegal, 1920-30 (photo)
7292902 Feticheur in Senegal, 1920-30 (photo); (add.info.: Geography. Senegal. Youg feticheur (witch) woman. Photo, Senegal, ca 1920-30.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

Mediterranean, Black Sea and the North East Atlantic, 1548 (vellum)
7340478 Mediterranean, Black Sea and the North East Atlantic, 1548 (vellum) by Maggiolo, Jacopo Vesconte (1475-1549/61); 79x118 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Chart of north-east Atlantic, from British Isles to Cape Verde, c.1620 (manuscript)
7339785 Chart of north-east Atlantic, from British Isles to Cape Verde, c.1620 (manuscript) by Unknown Artist, (17th century); 41x60 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Chart of Sierra Leone, Africa, 1732 (engraving)
7339526 Chart of Sierra Leone, Africa, 1732 (engraving) by Kip, Johannes (c.1652-1722); 34x41 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: J)

The Elephant Marguerite or; Love's Oracle in West Africa (engraving)
8672792 The Elephant Marguerite or; Love's Oracle in West Africa (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Mail Coach in West Africa (engraving)
8672879 The Mail Coach in West Africa (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mail Coach in West Africa)

Gum arabic, verek or hashab gum, Acacia senegal. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by
FLO4987044 Gum arabic, verek or hashab gum, Acacia senegal. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Senegal senna, Italian senna or Port Royal senna, Senna italica (Cassia obovata)
FLO4987028 Senegal senna, Italian senna or Port Royal senna, Senna italica (Cassia obovata). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

African wattled lapwing or Senegal wattled plover, Vanellus senegallus (Striped-throated lapwing)
FLO4651026 African wattled lapwing or Senegal wattled plover, Vanellus senegallus (Striped-throated lapwing, Vanellus strigilatus)

Senegal coucal or Senegal lark-heel, Centropus senegalensis. Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after
FLO4650999 Senegal coucal or Senegal lark-heel, Centropus senegalensis. Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library

Senegal, Portrait of a black with a book, 1875
LUX4731935 Senegal, Portrait of a black with a book, 1875; (add.info.: Senegal, Portrait of a black with a book, 1875); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

First World War: France, Postcard showing the drawing of a Senegalese shoemer, 1918
LUX4734212 First World War: France, Postcard showing the drawing of a Senegalese shoemer, 1918; (add.info.: First World War - War 14-18 (1914-1918) - World War I (WWI or WW1): France

First World War 1914-1918 (14-18): Black troops formed by soldiers of the French colonies of Africa, Morocco, Algeria
DUV4201457 First World War 1914-1918 (14-18): Black troops formed by soldiers of the French colonies of Africa, Morocco, Algeria

Spotted sandgrouse, Pterocles senegallus (Senegal grous, Tetrao senegalensis)
FLO4683805 Spotted sandgrouse, Pterocles senegallus (Senegal grous, Tetrao senegalensis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Senegal mahogany, Khaya senegalensis. Fever bark or Fieber-Rinden. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr
FLO4563589 Senegal mahogany, Khaya senegalensis. Fever bark or Fieber-Rinden. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Death of Lieutenant Grivart, 1899
3480884 Death of Lieutenant Grivart, 1899; (add.info.: Death of Lieutenant Grivart. Killed by inhabitants of a village on the banks of the River Niger. Mort du Lieutenant Grivart)

African Ombrette or Senegal - Hamerkop or umbre, Scopus umbretta. From a specimen in the Royal Society
FLO4595643 African Ombrette or Senegal - Hamerkop or umbre, Scopus umbretta. From a specimen in the Royal Society. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Peter Brown from his New Illustrations of

Senegal: an indigenous man poses in front of his case with a loincloth and a necklace, 1880
LUX4747615 Senegal: an indigenous man poses in front of his case with a loincloth and a necklace, 1880; (add.info.: Senegal)

Native thatch house, under a palm tree in Senegambie (Senegal and Gambia)
FLO4635165 Native thatch house, under a palm tree in Senegambie (Senegal and Gambia). Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Afrique" by

Goree Island in Senegal when this African territory was a French colony (French counter)
PCT4284771 Goree Island in Senegal when this African territory was a French colony (French counter) - Colonial Africa - late 19th century photography -; (add.info)

Gum arabic tree, Acacia senegal (Acacia verek). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr
FLO4563466 Gum arabic tree, Acacia senegal (Acacia verek). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Senegal, Dakar: An African family taken by Noal, 1860
LUX4755385 Senegal, Dakar: An African family taken by Noal, 1860; (add.info.: Senegal, Dakar: An African family taken by Noal, 1860); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Africa, Dakar: a soldier poses seated, 1885
LUX4747451 Africa, Dakar: a soldier poses seated, 1885; (add.info.: Africa, Dakar: a soldier poses seated, 1885); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

A village with straw houses (Senegal)
LOD4353447 A village with straw houses (Senegal).; (add.info.: A village with straw houses (Senegal).); Photo © Flodi

Senegal bushbaby, Galago senegalensis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements
FLO4659822 Senegal bushbaby, Galago senegalensis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris

Le chacal du Senegal ou chacal slvelte, Canis aureus anthus - Lithograph by Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith to
FLO4649550 Le chacal du Senegal ou chacal slvelte, Canis aureus anthus - Lithograph by Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith to illustrate Naturalist's Library: Dogs by Sir William Jardine, edition W

Akan dagger (people of West Africa) and its scabbard, c.1800 (steel and leather)
MMM5476408 Akan dagger (people of West Africa) and its scabbard, c.1800 (steel and leather); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Akan dagger (people of West Africa) and its scabbard

British attack on the fortress of Goree, 29 December 1758, off Dakar, 18th cnetury (oil on canvas)
MMM5458366 British attack on the fortress of Goree, 29 December 1758, off Dakar, 18th cnetury (oil on canvas) by Serres, Dominic (1722-93); (add.info)

French, Illustration, showing an African woman from Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast). 19th century (engraving)
5669227 French, Illustration, showing an African woman from Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast). 19th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

Senegales tirailleurs, 1908 (engraving)
7143638 Senegales tirailleurs, 1908 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: History. Senegal. Senegalese Tirailleurs (colonial infantry in the French Army) leaves for Morocco with their wives

Chart of the north-east Atlantic, from Ireland to Cape Verde, c.1600 (manuscript)
7339788 Chart of the north-east Atlantic, from Ireland to Cape Verde, c.1600 (manuscript) by Unknown Artist, (17th century); 47x35 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Twelve Prints of Sea Engagements. The Defeat of a French Squadron, commanded by Monsr de la Clue, off Cape Lagos
7341692 Twelve Prints of Sea Engagements. The Defeat of a French Squadron, commanded by Monsr de la Clue, off Cape Lagos, on the 18th of August 1759

West Africa, Opening Cocoa Pods (colour litho)
8633203 West Africa, Opening Cocoa Pods (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: West Africa, Opening Cocoa Pods)

A chart of Guinea describing the sea coast from Cape de Verde to Cape Bona Esperanca, 1677 (coloured engraving)
7340049 A chart of Guinea describing the sea coast from Cape de Verde to Cape Bona Esperanca, 1677 (coloured engraving) by Seller, John (1632-97); 43x54 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Feticheur in Senegal, 1920-30 (b/w photo)
7292901 Feticheur in Senegal, 1920-30 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Geography. Senegal. Youg feticheur (witch) woman. Photo, Senegal, ca 1920-30.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

Illustration representing an African young girl from Kano (Nigeria). French. 1870 (chromolithograph)
5669214 Illustration representing an African young girl from Kano (Nigeria). French. 1870 (chromolithograph); Universal History Archive/UIG

Circumcised black man near Goree Island, 1796 (engraving)
7422880 Circumcised black man near Goree Island, 1796 (engraving); (add.info.: Geography. Senegal. Circumcised black man near Goree Island)

Wedding ceremony in a tribe of Senegal. Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des
FLO4635226 Wedding ceremony in a tribe of Senegal. Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Afrique" by Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche (1785-1863)

Galago du Senegal and tarsier de Daubenton - Eau forte by Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845), engraved by Carnonkel
FLO4651340 Galago du Senegal and tarsier de Daubenton - Eau forte by Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845), engraved by Carnonkel, for the dictionary of natural sciences: mammals by Frederic Cuvier

Temminck's courser, Cursorius temminckii (Senegal courier, Tachydromus senegalensis)
FLO4651011 Temminck's courser, Cursorius temminckii (Senegal courier, Tachydromus senegalensis). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars after William Swainson from Sir William

Eurasian red squirrel, Sciurus vulgaris, and Senegal dormouse. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere
FLO4660158 Eurasian red squirrel, Sciurus vulgaris, and Senegal dormouse. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris

Attempted suicide in captivity, 1850
3480888 Attempted suicide in captivity, 1850; (add.info.: Attempted suicide in captivity by Samori Toure, c. 1830 - 1900; a Guinean Muslim cleric, and the founder and leader of the Wassoulou Empire)

Temple of snakes (engraving)
3479434 Temple of snakes (engraving); (add.info.: Pre-animist religion worshiping snakes. The temple of snakes at Dahomey, Africa.); Universal History Archive/UIG

In the West African gymnasium (engraving)
8672781 In the West African gymnasium (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the West African gymnasium)

Advertising in West Africa (engraving)
8672777 Advertising in West Africa (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertising in West Africa. African animals advertising Dewar's Whisky)

The Wreck of the Lady Burgess East Indiaman amongst the Cape de Verde Islands, April 21, 1806 (aquatint, coloured)
7342561 The Wreck of the Lady Burgess East Indiaman amongst the Cape de Verde Islands, April 21, 1806 (aquatint, coloured) by Sartorius

Senegal: three indigenous people in their clothes, 1880
LUX4747620 Senegal: three indigenous people in their clothes, 1880; (add.info.: Senegal: three indigenous people in their clothes, 1880); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Man bloup (Flup or feloupe) (Senegal) wearing gold circles around legs and arms and a mandinka (Mandinka or Mande)
FLO4635208 Man bloup (Flup or feloupe) (Senegal) wearing gold circles around legs and arms and a mandinka (Mandinka or Mande) (West Africa) bearded, with a tunic and turban

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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Heritage of Western Africans" Discover the captivating artistry and diverse traditions through a collection of remarkable artifacts. From intricately carved wooden sculptures to exquisite ivory figures, each piece tells a unique story that reflects the history and cultural significance of this region. One such masterpiece is the Seated Male Figure, dating from 1875-1900. Crafted from wood, this sculpture showcases the skillful craftsmanship and attention to detail prevalent in Western African art. Its serene expression invites contemplation, offering a glimpse into the spiritual beliefs and customs of its creators. Another striking artifact is the Horse and Rider figure known as Elesin Shango. Carved from ivory during the 17th to 18th century, it depicts a powerful warrior mounted on horseback. This piece symbolizes strength and valor, representing an important aspect of West African martial culture. The Seated Figure made of terracotta dates back to the 13th century and provides insight into ancient West African civilizations. The intricate details on this sculpture highlight their advanced artistic techniques while shedding light on societal structures or religious practices prevalent at that time. In addition to these magnificent artworks, Western Africa boasts an incredible array of wildlife species facing conservation challenges today. The Red Slender Loris, Brown-hand Tarsier, Indri, and Senegal Bushbaby are just a few examples that remind us of our responsibility towards protecting these endangered creatures for future generations. Moving beyond art alone, we delve into historical depictions with Gaston Henry Darien's illustration capturing a Moorish Brakna march in Senegal during the 18th century. This vivid portrayal transports us back in time to witness bustling markets where trade flourished amidst vibrant cultures converging along ancient routes.