African Collection (page 5)

Pharos lighthouse, Ptolemaic Egypt
Pharos lighthouse. Historical artwork showing what the Pharos lighthouse at Alexandria, Egypt, in the third century BC, might have looked like

Bedtime reading
MODEL RELEASED. Bedtime reading. Mother reading a book to her four-year-old daughter at bedtime

Conshelf Two, Red Sea
Conshelf Two. This underwater research station is located at a depth of ten metres in the Red Sea, off Sudan. The project, developed by Jaques Costeau in the 1960s

Infant crawling across the ground as it learns to walk. Photographed in a rural area of the Gulu region of Uganda

Rift Valley fever virus, TEM

Sandstorm, satellite image
Sandstorm, Aqua satellite image. Cloud of sand stretching into the Mediterranean Sea (blue). The sand is being blown from the Great Sand Sea

African rhinoceros horns, 18th century

Egyptian obelisks, 18th century artwork. Egyptian hieroglyphics can be seen carved on the sides. This artwork is from the Italian edition of De l origine des lois, des arts et des sciences

Lava lake, Africa
Lava lake. Molten lava inside a volcanic vent on the floor of a cinder cone. This is Erta Ale, a volcano in the Afar depression of Ethiopia

Long-beaked Common Dolphin (Delphinus capensis) three adults, feeding on baitball school of small bait fish, offshore Port St. Johns, Wild Coast, Eastern Cape (Transkei), South Africa

South Africa, Cape Town. Two Oceans Aquarium. King penguin (captive) underwater

Hartmanns zebra (Equus hartmannae). Close-up of a zebras eye, showing its characteristic stripy pattern. These wavy lines act to camouflage the zebra by making it blend in with the wavy lines of

General Map Of British South Africa. From The Book South Africa And The Transvaal War, Volume 1 By Louis Creswicke, Published 1900

Common Zebra (Equus quagga) adult, close-up of head, Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania, november

African Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus) adult, feeding, close-up of head

Lord Napier of Magdala Unveiling in Rochester Cathedral a Memorial Window to The
Lord Napier of Magdala Unveiling in Rochester Cathedral a Memorial Window to the Officers and Men of the Royal Engineers who Fell in the South African and Afghan Campaigns, Uk, 1883

View of sandy beach shrouded in sea mist, Hout Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Blue Wildebeest (Connochaetus taurinus) adult female with young calf, standing in grass, Okavango Delta, Botswana

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) four juveniles, huddled together at burrow entrance, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

Leopard (Panthera pardus) adult, laying on branch, Samburu, Kenya

Graphiurus ocularis (Spectacled dormouse), 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Graphiurus ocularis (Spectacled dormouse), 1777-1786

Lion (Panthera leo) Adult male lying down, Kenya, Masai Mara National Reserve

Elephant Africa Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 01
Rafal Kulik

Elephant Africa Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 02
Rafal Kulik

Elephant Africa Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 03
Rafal Kulik

Elephant Africa Wild Animal Vintage Illustration Art 04
Rafal Kulik

Africa
Jukyong Park

Dassenech adornment
Trevor Cole

Dassenech man
Trevor Cole

HALF
Julija Belickienė

Pretoria
Fadil Roze

Nambia Thoughts
Fadil Roze

Foggy Thoughts
Fadil Roze

Surma woman-III
Joxe Inazio Kuesta Garmendia

Cattle on their way to Tamatave, Madagascar, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Cattle on their way to Tamatave, Madagascar, 1864. 'Madagascar...does a considerable trade in live beef...It exports 30,000 head of cattle in a year...The ox is there commonly represented by

Campaign in German E. Africa, between c1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Campaign in German E. Africa, between c1915 and 1918. African soldiers with cannons and European officers during the East African Campaign during World War I.

Senegalese troops in France, between 1914 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Senegalese troops in France, between 1914 and 1918. African Senegalese soldiers marching down a street in a town in France during World War I.

Implements and weapons of the Manganja and Ajawa tribes of the Zambesi Country, in Africa, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Implements and weapons of the Manganja and Ajawa tribes of the Zambesi Country, in Africa, 1864. 'Mr. Waghorn has...permitted us to make drawings of his collection of tools

Embarking cattle at the port of Tamatave, Madagascar, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Embarking cattle at the port of Tamatave, Madagascar, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Lieutenant S. P. Oliver showing '...the mode of putting cattle on shipboard in a port of Madagascar

Spahis in camp at Arsy after battle, 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
Spahis in camp at Arsy after battle, 1914. Moroccan French soldiers around a fire, probably in Ribecourt, France during World War I.

French succoring wounded German, 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
French succoring wounded German, 1914. French Moroccan soldiers, between Villeroy and Neufmoutiers, France, caring for a wounded German soldier during World War I.

Algerian, 5 Oct 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
Algerian, 5 Oct 1914 (date created or published later). A tirailleur, an infantry man in uniform from an army from French Equatorial Africa, possibly Senegal

Wounded Turcos in Paris, 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
Wounded Turcos in Paris, 1914. Algerian tirailleurs (infantry soldiers) in Paris, France during World War I.

Young OmuHakaona girl
Trevor Cole

Your eyes can do everything - Ghana
Sergio Pandolfini

Boy from Mursi tribe SIYP,Southern Ethiopia
Svetlin Yosifov

Arbore tribe girl
Svetlin Yosifov

Betlehem
Martin Krystynek MQEP

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"A Glimpse into the Rich Tapestry of Africa: From Ancient Art to Modern Marvels" Step back in time with Al-Idrisi's world map from 1154, where Africa takes center stage as a land of mystery and wonder. Explore Egypt's Coptic art, marveling at the intricate painting on wood depicting Christ and Abbot Mena, dating back to the 7th century A. D. Witness the incredible power of continental drift over 250 million years, shaping Africa's diverse landscapes and creating its breathtaking natural wonders. Journey through history with the British Empire world map from the 19th century, showcasing Africa's pivotal role in global affairs. Delve into ancient Palestine as you study a map detailing the kingdoms of Judah and Israel. Admire a stunning Moroccan wall feature from the 19th century that reflects Africa's rich cultural heritage. Discover Ottoman influence through Orteliuss' map from 1570, highlighting their vast empire that stretched across continents. Immerse yourself in African-American culture by celebrating Scott Joplin, an iconic pianist and composer who revolutionized music during his time. Encounter Lycaon pictus, a majestic canid found exclusively in African savannas and lightly wooded areas - a symbol of resilience amidst changing landscapes. Unearth Laetoli fossil footprints that provide evidence of our human ancestors walking on African soil millions of years ago. Finally, explore Oronce Fines' world map from 1531 which showcases Africa as an integral part of global exploration during this era. And lastly but not leastly delve into South Africa’s history with Cape Colony being depicted on an intriguing historical map. Africa is more than just a continent; it is an extraordinary tapestry woven together by centuries-old cultures, geological transformations, artistic masterpieces, musical legacies, and remarkable biodiversity. Let us celebrate this vibrant land that continues to captivate our hearts and minds.