Paul Du Chaillu Collection

Elephant-Battue among the Fans (engraving)
973460 Elephant-Battue among the Fans (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elephant-Battue among the Fans)

King Astonished at Looking-Glass (engraving)
672220 King Astonished at Looking-Glass (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Astonished at Looking-Glass)

Hunter killed by gorilla (engraving)
973468 Hunter killed by gorilla (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hunter killed by gorilla)

Nshiego Mbouve and Young, Troglodytes Calvu (engraving)
973461 Nshiego Mbouve and Young, Troglodytes Calvu (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nshiego Mbouve and Young, Troglodytes Calvus)

Title page of Du Chaillus Explorations and Adventures in Equatorial Africa (engraving)
973459 Title page of Du Chaillus Explorations and Adventures in Equatorial Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

M Paul Du Chaillu (engraving)
2783208 M Paul Du Chaillu (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Paul Du Chaillu)

River Navigation in Equatorial Africa (engraving)
2796635 River Navigation in Equatorial Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: River Navigation in Equatorial Africa)

The Bongo Antelope, Trogelaphus albo-virgatus (engraving)
2796627 The Bongo Antelope, Trogelaphus albo-virgatus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bongo Antelope, Trogelaphus albo-virgatus)

Ogana, the Ashira Housekeeper (engraving)
2796618 Ogana, the Ashira Housekeeper (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ogana, the Ashira Housekeeper)

An Apingi Village (engraving)
2796617 An Apingi Village (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Apingi Village)

Grand Reception by the Cannibals (engraving)
2796643 Grand Reception by the Cannibals (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Reception by the Cannibals)

Encamped for the Night (engraving)
2796637 Encamped for the Night (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Encamped for the Night)

Idol (engraving)
2796630 Idol (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Idol. Explorations and Adventures in Equatorial Africa by Paul B du Chaillu (John Murray, 1861)

Comparison of Skeletons of Man and Gorilla (engraving)
2796623 Comparison of Skeletons of Man and Gorilla (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comparison of Skeletons of Man and Gorilla)

Crossing a mangrove swamp (engraving)
973467 Crossing a mangrove swamp (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crossing a mangrove swamp)

Skulls from photographs (engraving)
973463 Skulls from photographs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Skulls from photographs)

Ndiayai, King of the Fans (engraving)
2796642 Ndiayai, King of the Fans (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ndiayai, King of the Fans)

Fan Shield and Spears (engraving)
2796641 Fan Shield and Spears (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fan Shield and Spears)

Niare, the Wild Bull of Equatorial Africa, Bos brachicheros (engraving)
2796636 Niare, the Wild Bull of Equatorial Africa, Bos brachicheros (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Niare, the Wild Bull of Equatorial Africa)

Native tossed by a Wild Bull (engraving)
2796634 Native tossed by a Wild Bull (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Native tossed by a Wild Bull)

White-Fronted Wild Hog, Potamochaerus albifrons (engraving)
2796620 White-Fronted Wild Hog, Potamochaerus albifrons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: White-Fronted Wild Hog, Potamochaerus albifrons)

Nshiego Mbouve in his Shelter (engraving)
2796619 Nshiego Mbouve in his Shelter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nshiego Mbouve in his Shelter)

Crocodile-Hunting on Lake Anengue (engraving)
2796631 Crocodile-Hunting on Lake Anengue (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crocodile-Hunting on Lake Anengue)

Ouganga exorcising a Sorcerer (engraving)
2796629 Ouganga exorcising a Sorcerer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ouganga exorcising a Sorcerer)

The Kooloo-Kamba (engraving)
973465 The Kooloo-Kamba (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kooloo-Kamba. Illustration for Explorations)

The Gorilla, frontispiece for Explorations and Adventures in Equatorial Africa by Paul B du Chaillu (engraving)
973469 The Gorilla, frontispiece for Explorations and Adventures in Equatorial Africa by Paul B du Chaillu (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gorilla)

My first gorilla (engraving)
973466 My first gorilla (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: My first gorilla. Illustration for Explorations)

Death of the Gorilla (engraving)
973462 Death of the Gorilla (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of the Gorilla)

Specimens from the Scandinavian Exhibition, at the Royal Archaeological Institute (engraving)
1591749 Specimens from the Scandinavian Exhibition, at the Royal Archaeological Institute (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Skulls from photographs (engraving)
973464 Skulls from photographs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Skulls from photographs)

Reception at Goumbi (engraving)
2796628 Reception at Goumbi (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reception at Goumbi)

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Paul Du Chaillu was a fearless explorer who embarked on a remarkable journey through Equatorial Africa. His expeditions were filled with thrilling encounters and astonishing discoveries, as depicted in the engravings that captured these extraordinary moments. In one engraving titled "Embarking Slaves, " Du Chaillu's courage shines through as he witnesses the heartbreaking reality of human bondage, fueling his determination to expose this injustice to the world. Another engraving, "Decapitation Scene at Goumbi, " portrays the raw brutality that Du Chaillu encountered during his travels. Despite witnessing such horrors, he remained steadfast in his mission to shed light on the dark side of humanity. The image of an "Elephant-Battue among the Fans" showcases Du Chaillu's ability to immerse himself in local customs and traditions. This scene captures both excitement and danger as he joins locals in their pursuit of these majestic creatures. "The Gorilla Marches upon us" engraving encapsulates one of Du Chaillu's most iconic encounters. Facing off against this formidable creature tested not only his physical strength but also showcased his unwavering determination to study and understand these elusive primates. Astonishment fills another engraving titled "King Astonished at Looking-Glass. " Here we witness Du Chaillu introducing new technologies to indigenous communities, bridging cultural gaps while documenting their reactions with great respect and curiosity. Tragedy strikes in yet another image depicting a "Hunter killed by gorilla. " This haunting moment serves as a reminder of the dangers lurking within these uncharted lands - risks that Paul Du Chaillu willingly faced for the sake of knowledge and exploration. "Nshiego Mbouve and Young, Troglodytes Calvu" presents an intimate glimpse into family life among primates. Through careful observation, Du Chaillu sought to unravel mysteries surrounding our closest relatives while fostering empathy towards them.