Cetshwayo Collection

South Africa (XIX). Zulu Kingdom (1883). Restoration Cettewayo, king of the Zulus. Cetewayo attends the ceremony indaba conference to meet the Induna (Zulu and Xhosa leaders)

CETSHWAYO (1826-1884). Last Zulu King

Cetewayo (Cetshwayo), King of the Zulus, in captivity
Photograph of King Cetshwayo, taken after he was captured at the end of the Zulu wars

Britannia and Cetewayo
Retribution : Britannia seizes the Zulu chief Cetewayo round the neck, in a landscape dominated by the dead bodies of both British soldiers and Zulus

Cetewayo / Zulu / Stereo Cdv
CETEWAYO or CETSHWAYO Zulu king (1873-79) photographed during his visit to Britain

King Cetewayo, 1902. Cetshwayo Kampande (c1826-1884), King of the Zulu Kingdom. After Crewes. From Battles of the Nineteenth Century, Vol. I

Cetshwayo kaMpande, c. 1826 - 1884
3062115 Cetshwayo kaMpande, c. 1826 - 1884.; Private Collection; (add.info.: King of the Zulu Kingdom and its leader during the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879)

Cettiwayo, Zulu chieftain who annihilated British regiment, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Cettiwayo, Zulu chieftain who annihilated British regiment, 1916

Cetewayo (Cetshwayo kaMpande) (colour litho)
613081 Cetewayo (Cetshwayo kaMpande) (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cetewayo (Cetshwayo kaMpande), Restored, 26 August 1882

Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo, King of the Zulu Nation
Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo (1868 – 18 October 1913) was the king of the Zulu nation from 20 May 1884 until his death in 1913. He succeeded his father Cetshwayo

Plan of Ngome forest showing where Cetshwayo was captured
Vintage illustration Plan of Ngome forest showing where Cetshwayo King of the Zulus was captured, 19th Century

The Zulu War, 1879: Men of H. M. S. Shah inside the Laager at Ginghilovo, (1901)
The Zulu War, 1879: Men of H.M.S. Shah inside the Laager at Ginghilovo, (1901). The Battle of Gingindlovu (in what is now South Africa) was fought on 2 April 1879

Major Marter and his men guarding Cetewayo in the native Kraal, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Plan of the ground where Cetewayo was captured, c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

Peace Messengers from Cetewayo, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Cetewayo, King of the Zulus, c1880. Cetewayo (c1826-1884), King of the Zulu Kingdom. Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Followers of Zulu King Cetshwayo kaMpande
Photograph of followers of the Zulu king Cetshwayo kaMpande including his brother Dabulamanzi. From album of 70 photographs, associated with Zulu War (1879)

Cetshwayo Kampande, Circa 1826 To 1884. King Of The Zulu Kingdom From 1872 To 1879 And Their Leader During The Anglo-Zulu War In 1879. From The Worlds Inhabitants By G.T. Bettany Published 1888

Cetshwayo Kampande, King Of The Zulu Nation, Learning To Fish When On His Way To Exile In England. From Afrika, Dets Opdagelse, Erobring Og Kolonisation, Published In Copenhagen, Cetshwayo Kampande

Cetshwayo Kampande, King Of The Zulus, Under Guard After His Defeat In The Battle Of Ulundi During Anglo-Zulu War Of 1879

Cetshwayo Kampande Circa 1836 To 1884. King Of The Zulu Nation During Anglo-Zulu War Of 1879. From Afrika, Dets Opdagelse, Erobring Og Kolonisation, Published In Copenhagen, 1901

Caricature of Cetewayo, Zulu king, at the theatre in London
Caricature of Cetewayo (Cetshwayo kaMpande, 1826-1884), Zulu king, in the Royal Box at a theatre with Edward, Prince of Wales behind him. 1882

Cetshwayo (1826-1884). Colored engraving
Cetshwayo (1826-1884). King of Zulu Kingdom. Portrait by Edward Tilt. Engraving by Vela in The Spanish and American Illustration, 1879. Colored

Capture of Cetshwayo. Colored engraving of Spanish and Ameri
Capture of Cetshwayo. The detachment of Major Marter sights the Kraal, last refuge of the ex-king of the Zulus. Colored engraving of Spanish and American Illustration, 1879

Zulu Chief Cetywayo (Cetshwayo), (c. 1826 1884) King of the Zulu Kingdom from 1872 to 1879 and its leader during the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879

South Africa. Conference held between Ottam brother Cetewayo (Zulu king c. 183-1884)
South Africa. Conference held between Ottam brother Cetewayo (Zulu king c.183-1884), and the English colonel Rudolph. Colored engraving

Cetewayo - King of the Zulus
Cetewayo (1826? - 1884) or Cetshwayo - Zulu King (1873-79) standing outside his Royal Hut, Southern Africa Date: circa 1875

Zulu war. Dinizulus slovenly kraal. Umbembe, Dinizulus mot
Umbembe was the wife of the famous Zulu Chief Cetshwayo, Dinizulus father

Lantern / Zulu / Isandula
Zulu Commander Dabulamanzi younger brother of Cetewayo at Isandula

The Zulu Wars. The restoration of Cetewayo (Cetshwayo)
Following negotiations in England with Queen Victoria and The Colonial Office, Cetshwayo was given back his throne and title King of the Zulus by the British 3 years after the war

The Zulu wars. Dinizulu, Cetewayo(Cetshwayo)s son, Chief of
The turbulent son of a turbulent father. During a period of great instability in South Africa, Dinuzlu was associated with Zulu anti-British fighting and was imprisoned and exiled in St Helena

Zulu wars; restoration of Cetshwayo, King of the Zulus
Portrait of Dabulamanzi, Cetshwayos brother

The Zulu Wars. The restoration of Cetewayo(Cetshwayo)
Cetshwayo, King of the Zulus was reinstalled as King of the Zulus at a ceremony at Intonyanere by Sir Theophilus Shepstone on January 29th 1883

The Zulu wars. The restoration of Cetshwayo
Cetshwayos son and his tutor. Dinuzulu at the age of 12 years old and weighing 14 stone. He succeeded his father as king of the Zulus and suffered imprisonment

Sketch by ILN special artist, Melton Prior. British troops in tropical helmets survey the destruction by fire of the house of Cetshwayo, King of the Zulus, at the end of the Zulu wars

The restoration of Cetshwayo
One of Cetshwayos wives with her male attendant. The only royal zulu woman to be photographed, this was possibly Msweli, mother of Dinuzulu

Zululand. The King of Zululands carriage
Scene which took place before the conflict between the British army and the Zulus. In 1875 the King of Zululand was Cetshwayo

The zulu wars. Ambassadors from King Cetewayo (Cetshwayo) to
Zulu elders seated in the British army camp waiting to negotiate the end of hostilities in the Zulu wars. British troops and tents are seen in the background

Cetewayo / Zulu / Iln 1879
CETEWAYO or CETSHWAYO Zulu king (1873-79) in 1877, the year he began to oppose the British annexation of the Transvaal

Cetewayo / Zulu / Vf 1882
CETEWAYO or CETSHWAYO Zulu king (1873-79) in 1882, the year he was taken to England

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Cetshwayo, the last Zulu King, was a significant figure in South African history during the 19th century. Born in 1826, he ruled over the powerful Zulu Kingdom until its downfall in 1883. Despite facing numerous challenges and conflicts, Cetshwayo managed to restore his kingdom's strength and unity. However, his reign took a dramatic turn when he was captured by British forces and held captive. This event marked a pivotal moment not only for Cetshwayo but also for the relationship between Britain and the Zulu nation. During his captivity, Cetshwayo became an intriguing subject of interest for many. Photographs depicting him in various settings circulated widely, capturing both his regal presence and vulnerability as a prisoner. One such image shows Britannia alongside Cetewayo, symbolizing the complex dynamics between colonial powers and indigenous rulers during that era. Another stereo CDV portrays him with pride as the King of the Zulus. Years later, after being released from captivity, Cetshwayo continued to inspire loyalty among his followers. A photograph showcases them standing united behind their beloved leader. A colorful lithograph further immortalizes this iconic figure by highlighting his significance within Zulu culture and history. In contrast, a black-and-white photo captures him solemnly as King of the Zulu nation. The capture is depicted on a plan showing Ngome forest where it all unfolded—an event that ultimately led to major consequences for both sides involved. In another historical snapshot from The Zulu War in 1879, men from H. M. S Shah can be seen inside Ginghilovo Laager—a testament to how this conflict impacted not only land battles but naval operations too. Lastly, Major Marter stands guard with his men at Cetewayo's native Kraal—showcasing how even while imprisoned or under scrutiny by foreign powers, Cetshwayo's influence remained strong.