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Sketches from the Gaboon River, West Coast of Africa (engraving)
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Sketches from the Gaboon River, West Coast of Africa (engraving)
1054765 Sketches from the Gaboon River, West Coast of Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches from the Gaboon River, West Coast of Africa. Illustration for The Graphic, 10 December 1881.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22652610
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Charm Crossbow Crossbows Drum Fetish Gabon Harp Mantis Moonlight Native Dance Public Buildings West Africa West Coast Of Africa Worn Commandants House War Club Wooden Spoons
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This engraving, titled "Sketches from the Gaboon River, West Coast of Africa" takes us on a visual journey through the rich cultural tapestry of 19th-century Africa. The print showcases an array of intriguing elements that offer a glimpse into life along the Gaboon River. In this intricate artwork, wooden spoons and ships symbolize trade and exploration, while a drum resonates with rhythmic beats echoing across moonlit nights. A native dance unfolds under the enchanting glow as an American mission station stands tall amidst its surroundings. The scene is adorned with various artifacts representing indigenous tribes: spearheads, war clubs, native swords, and musical instruments like harps and tam tams. A smaller hairpin made of ivory catches our attention alongside charms and fetishes worn for protection. Public buildings stand as testaments to colonial influence while a bracelet of charms adds mystique to local customs. French mission stations dotting the landscape reveal historical ties between cultures. Nature's wonders are not forgotten in this depiction; we catch sight of a skull belonging to a male gorilla - majestic creatures inhabiting these lands. Crossbows and cases filled with poisoned arrows hint at conflicts that once plagued these shores. Amongst all these details lies an underlying sense of harmony as diverse elements coexist within this vibrant tableau. This engraving by Bridgeman Images invites us to explore the beauty and complexity found along the Gaboon River in West Africa during a transformative era in history.
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