River Niger Collection

Death of Lieutenant Grivart, 1899
3480884 Death of Lieutenant Grivart, 1899; (add.info.: Death of Lieutenant Grivart. Killed by inhabitants of a village on the banks of the River Niger. Mort du Lieutenant Grivart)

Ahmadou's Army crossing the Niger; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Ahmadou's Army crossing the Niger; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Travelling down the Niger; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Travelling down the Niger; Journey from the Senegal to the Niger, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Deux grands morts; Gallieni, capitaine en 1881, au retour de sa mission dans la vallee du Niger, Creator: Sereni
Deux grands morts; Gallieni, capitaine en 1881, au retour de sa mission dans la vallee du Niger, From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Un village de pecheurs sur le Niger, pres de Baro; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Un village de pecheurs sur le Niger, pres de Baro; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Delta du Niger; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Delta du Niger; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Delta central ou region lacustre du Niger; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Delta central ou region lacustre du Niger; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Un village noir sur le Niger (environs de Sansanding); L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: L Marc
Un village noir sur le Niger (environs de Sansanding); L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Pres des sources du Niger; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: L Marc
Pres des sources du Niger; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Navigating the River Niger between Koulikoro and Timbuktu (colour litho)
2795976 Navigating the River Niger between Koulikoro and Timbuktu (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Views on the River Niger, West Africa (engraving)
1596586 Views on the River Niger, West Africa (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Views on the River Niger, West Africa)

Detail from the Catalan Atlas, Sheet 6, showing the Western Sahara and Mansa Musa
5054637 Detail from the Catalan Atlas, Sheet 6, showing the Western Sahara and Mansa Musa, 1375 (pen with coloured inks on parchment) by Cresques, Abraham (1325-87); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Royal Niger Companys Expedition, everyday Scenes on the River Niger (litho)
1036676 The Royal Niger Companys Expedition, everyday Scenes on the River Niger (litho) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail from the Catalan Atlas, Sheet 6, showing Mansa Musa enthroned
5043052 Detail from the Catalan Atlas, Sheet 6, showing Mansa Musa enthroned, 1375 (pen with coloured inks on parchment) by Cresques, Abraham (1325-87); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Sport on the upper reaches of the River Niger (litho)
1036813 Sport on the upper reaches of the River Niger (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sport on the upper reaches of the River Niger)

A Trading Expedition up the River Niger, II (engraving)
1054188 A Trading Expedition up the River Niger, II (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Trading Expedition up the River Niger, II)

A Trading Expedition up the Niger, I (engraving)
1058900 A Trading Expedition up the Niger, I (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Trading Expedition up the Niger, I)

Sketches in Central Africa (engraving)
1098988 Sketches in Central Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Central Africa)

M. Park, (1771-1806), 1830. Creator: Unknown
M. Park, (1771-1806), 1830. Mungo Park (1771-1806) Scottish explorer of West Africa, noted for exploration of the upper Niger River c1796, his book Travels in the Interior Districts of Africa

Mungo Park encouraged by the sight of a little flower, (19th century). Artist: JM Corner
Mungo Park encouraged by the sight of a little flower, late 19th century. Scottish explorer Mungo Park (1771-1806) led two expeditions into the interior of West Africa in an attempt to determine

Mungo Park, Scottish explorer, (c1900). Park (1771-1806) led expeditions on the River Niger into the interior of Africa. Dutch advertising for Cibils meat extract, (c1900)

William Balfour Baikie (1825-1864), Scottish naturalist, explorer, naval surgeon and linguist, 1864. Baikie went on expeditions to explore the River Niger and the surrounding country in 1854 and 1857

Fisherman cast hand nets on the River Niger from shallow-draught boats

The Attah, from Picturesque Views on the River Niger, sketched during Lander s
XJF441959 The Attah, from Picturesque Views on the River Niger, sketched during Landers last visit in 1832-33, lithograph by Charles Haghe, 1840 (litho) by Allen

Narrative of an expedition into the interior of Africa, by the River Niger, in the steam-vessels Quorra and Alburkah in 1832, 3, 4. By M. L. and R. A. K. Oldfield, 19th century engraving

Yimmahah, Narrative of an expedition into the interior of Africa, by the River Niger, in the steam-vessels Quorra and Alburkah in 1832, 3, 4. By M. L. and R. A. K. Oldfield, 19th century engraving

Travels in Western Africa in the years 1819-21, from the river Gambia to the river Niger

Sunset on the River Niger, Segou, Mali, Africa

The bank of the River Niger, Segou, Mali, Africa

Small boat on the River Niger, Segou, Mali, Africa

River Niger, Bamako, Mali, Africa

People along river bank, River Niger, Segou, Mali, Africa

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"Exploring the Mighty River Niger: A Journey through History and Culture" Embarking on an expedition up the Wari Branch of the River Niger, British forces sought justice for a tragic incident that occurred at a factory, where a clerk lost his life. The engraving captures their determination to punish the natives responsible. The operations of British naval forces on the it can depicted in another engraving, showcasing their strategic presence along this vital waterway. Their efforts aimed to maintain order and protect trade routes. In 1848, King Aggris House at Cape Coast Castle stood as a symbol of power and authority. An engraving transports us back to witness its grandeur during that era. Navigating between Koulikoro and Timbuktu was no easy feat, but colorful lithographs bring alive the vibrant scenes encountered by travelers along the mesmerizing River Niger. Engravings offer captivating views of West Africa's stunning landscapes along the River Niger. These images provide glimpses into its natural beauty and diverse cultures that have thrived for centuries. The Catalan Atlas reveals intriguing details about Mansa Musa's reign in Western Sahara—a powerful ruler whose influence extended far beyond his kingdom's borders. One panel shows him enthroned, radiating regal splendor. Everyday scenes from The Royal Niger Company's expedition showcase life on this legendary river. Lithographs capture moments filled with bustling activity as traders navigated its waters seeking new opportunities. Sporting enthusiasts found joy on the upper reaches of the River Niger—an unexpected sight amidst untamed wilderness. A lithograph brings forth images of leisurely pursuits against nature's backdrop. Trading expeditions upriver were crucial for economic growth and cultural exchange. Engravings depict these journeys filled with excitement as merchants embarked upon new ventures along the mighty River Niger.