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Sketches on the Western Coast of Africa (engraving)
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Sketches on the Western Coast of Africa (engraving)
1612230 Sketches on the Western Coast of Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches on the Western Coast of Africa. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 June 1850.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22272322
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Chief Old Calabar Saluting West Africa Western Coast
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This print titled "Sketches on the Western Coast of Africa" takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the maritime world and tribal life along the African coast. The engraving showcases an array of ships sailing through African waters, as well as intricate sketches depicting various scenes and figures. One notable figure in this artwork is King Peppel, who stands tall with regal dignity, representing royalty on the western coast. Another prominent character is Chief Archibold Duke from Old Calabar, exuding authority and power within his tribe. These sketches beautifully capture the diversity and richness of West African culture during that era. The scene also features Ephraim Town and Bonny Town, two bustling settlements where trade flourished between Europeans and Africans. In one sketch, we witness a ceremonial salute by King Eyo Honesty's canoe to Her Majesty's steam sloop Rattler – a symbol of respect between different nations. Through this enchanting print, we are transported to a time when royal personages like His Royal Highness and Her Royal Highness played significant roles in shaping history along Africa's western coast. This artwork serves as both a historical document and an artistic masterpiece that allows us to appreciate the beauty of cultural exchange amidst maritime exploration.
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