Loango Collection

The Kingdom of Loango was a pre-colonial African state
5672143 The Kingdom of Loango was a pre-colonial African state; (add.info.: The Kingdom of Loango was a pre-colonial African state)

Group of indigenous Cabindas and Loangos
History of Africa. 19th century. Group of indigenous Cabindas and Loangos, workers of the French factory of Landana. Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

Banza Lovangiri, the capital of the former kingdom of Lovango, about 1670 (litho)
3638278 Banza Lovangiri, the capital of the former kingdom of Lovango, about 1670 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Banza Lovangiri)

French Advance to the Upper Nile (engraving)
1615102 French Advance to the Upper Nile (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Advance to the Upper Nile)

Man and woman of Cacongo, on the coast of Loango, 1818. (Angola, West Africa). The man carries a small round wooden boat on his back, and another man climbs a palm tree behind him

Man and woman of Issinia, Guinea, West Africa, 1818. The man sits in front of a hut built of reeds and palm leaves, the woman carries a baby on her back

Plaque with figures of missionaries, Congo (ivory)
MGS223940 Plaque with figures of missionaries, Congo (ivory) by African, (19th century); height: 8.5cm cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Man and woman of Cacongo, on the coast of Loango, 1818
6338251 Man and woman of Cacongo, on the coast of Loango, 1818 by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: Man and woman of Cacongo, on the coast of Loango, 1818. (Angola, West Africa)

Races of Mankind, from The British Empire Universities Modern English Illustrated
3614249 Races of Mankind, from The British Empire Universities Modern English Illustrated Dictionary, pub.1914 by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: Races of Mankind)

Figures of two Arican men carrying a European man, Congo (ivory)
MGS223942 Figures of two Arican men carrying a European man, Congo (ivory) by African, (19th century); height: 11.5cm cm; Private Collection; eMichael Graham-Stewart; African, out of copyright

Figure of a man in European dress, Congo (ivory)
MGS223939 Figure of a man in European dress, Congo (ivory) by African, (19th century); height: 10.5cm cm; Private Collection; eMichael Graham-Stewart; African, out of copyright

Departure from Loango, July 1896. Scene during a trade mission in Africa in the period of European colonisation. African porters prepare luggage for a European in what is now the Congo

Ethnic groups of Africa, 1880s C017 / 6928
Ethnic groups of Africa, 19th-century artwork. The groups are: 1. Ashanti; 2. Loango woman; 3. Cameroon; 4. Baluba; 5. Somali; 6. Abyssinian woman; 7. Howa; 8. Herero women; 9. Ovambo; 10. Akka; 11

LOANGO, AFRICA. The city of Loango, near the mouth of the Congo River on the west coast of Africa. Color engraving, 18th century

Antique print of city of Loango in the Congo, Africa

Affenbande am Flusse
A troup of monkeys on the riverside, page 199 from Loango Expedition 1873-1876 published in 1879, by P Gussfeldt et al

CITY OF LOANGO, 18th CENTURY. The city of Loango, near the mouth of the Congo River on the west coast of Africa. Copper engraving, English, 18th century

Racial / African Types 19C
Various African types, including Ashanti, Loango, Cameroon, Bantu, Somali, Abyssinian, Madagascan, Zulu, Masai, Waganda, Bush couple, Namaqua, Nyam-Nyam, Dinka

Racial / C Africa / Loango
A Central African couple from Loango in the Congo

Congo / Loango
Old port about 150 km north of the mouth of the Congo

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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Heritage of Loango: A Journey Through Time" Step into the world of Loango, a vibrant region in West Africa that has been home to various indigenous groups throughout history. This captivating caption takes you on a journey through time, shedding light on the diverse people and fascinating traditions that have shaped this land. Travel back to Banza Lovangiri, the capital of the former kingdom of Lovango around 1670. Imagine its bustling streets and grandeur as depicted in an exquisite lithograph. Next, witness the French Advance to the Upper Nile through an intriguing engraving. Marvel at their exploration and interaction with local communities along their path. Delve deeper into Loango's coastal regions with images from 1818 showcasing men and women from Cacongo - their attire reflecting both tradition and European influences. These snapshots offer glimpses into daily life during this period. Continue your visual voyage with scenes from Guinea in 1820, capturing moments of everyday existence in this African nation. The diversity within Guinea's population is highlighted by figures representing Issinia, adding depth to our understanding of regional cultures. A remarkable ivory plaque adorned with figures of missionaries tells stories about religious encounters between Europeans and Congolese locals – a testament to cultural exchange during colonial times. Return once more to Cacongo's coast in 1818 as we observe a Loango negress engaged in fieldwork – a powerful image symbolizing resilience amidst challenging circumstances. The captivating illustrations featured here are part of "Races of Mankind, " an enlightening collection from The British Empire Universities Modern English Illustrated publication. They showcase not only physical appearances but also highlight societal dynamics between Africans and Europeans during this era. Conclude your journey with ivory sculptures depicting two African men carrying a European man alongside another figure dressed in European fashion – thought-provoking pieces that invite reflection on power dynamics prevalent at that time.