Angolan Collection

Luanda, Angola - Group of Mondombos Tribespeople, Mocamedes
A group of Mondombos Tribespeople (modern Herero) from the region close to Mocamedes (Mossamedes) (the capital city of Namibe Province in post-independence Angola). Date: circa 1906

Costumes de Différents Pays, Guerrier de Longo, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Guerrier de Longo, c1797

Indigene de l'Angola naviguant sur un fleuve; Afrique Australe, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Indigene de l'Angola naviguant sur un fleuve; Afrique Australe, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Interieur d'un village fortifie de l'Angola; Afrique Australe, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Interieur d'un village fortifie de l'Angola; Afrique Australe, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Kongo Maternity Figure, from Cabinda Region, Democratic Republic of Congo or Angola (wood)
HSC193984 Kongo Maternity Figure, from Cabinda Region, Democratic Republic of Congo or Angola (wood) by African School; height:32 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Spoon, Kongo Culture, from Cabinda Region, Angola or Democratic Republic of Congo (wood & copper)
HSC193992 Spoon, Kongo Culture, from Cabinda Region, Angola or Democratic Republic of Congo (wood & copper) by African School; height:49.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

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Africa, Namibia, Etosha. Angolan Giraffe in Etosha. Date: 26/08/2009

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Africa, Namibia, Etosha National Park. Angolan Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis angolensis) with salt pan in the background Date: 06/08/2005

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Africa, Namibia, Etosha National Park. Angolan Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis angolensis) and zebra, a sub-species of Burchell's zebra (Equus burchelli). Date: 06/08/2005

Male Face Mask (Chihongo), Angola, Mid-late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Male Face Mask (Chihongo), Angola, Mid-late 19th century

Angola colobus, Colobus angolensis. Full-bottom monkey, named for its resemblance to a full-bottomed wig. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by J

Angolan talapoin or southern talapoin, Miopithecus talapoin. Copperplate engraving by Madame Rousselet, wife of Tardieu, after an illustration by Jacques de Seve from Georges-Louis Leclerc

Staff (wood)
622528 Staff (wood) by Ovimbundu culture; 57.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ovimbundu, also known as the Southern Mbundu, are a central Angolan people)

Staff (wood)
622529 Staff (wood) by Ovimbundu culture; 57.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ovimbundu, also known as the Southern Mbundu, are a central Angolan people)

Staff (wood)
622530 Staff (wood) by Ovimbundu culture; 57.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ovimbundu, also known as the Southern Mbundu, are a central Angolan people)

Angola, , Mine Clearance
Angola, Danger sign warning of unexploded ordenence being stored in a small earth bunker for later safe disposal or detonation

Diogo Cao discovers the mouth of the Zaire River
Portuguese Colonial History Series - The mouth of the Zaire River discovered by Diogo Cao in 1484 - the erection of a Portuguese standard column. Date: 1484

St Paul de Loanda (Luanda), Angola, c1854 (1883). A print from The Life and explorations of David Livingstone, LL.D. compiled from reliable sources, Adam and Co, 14 Ivy Lane, London and Newcastle

Banco de Angola - Luanda, Angola
Banco de Angola and view into the harbour - Luanda, Angola Date: 1940s

Dutch attack on Fortress of Muxima, Angola
Attack by the Dutch West India Company (WIC) on the Fortress of Muxima (held by the Portuguese), situated in the Bengo Province of Angola next to the Cuanza River

Anna Nzinga of Angola makes peace with Portugal
Anna Nzinga, Princess of Angola, West Africa, makes peace with Portugal and converts to Christianity, renaming herself Dona Anna de Souza

Natives of Benguela and Angola, 1848. Benguela is a port in Angola. An engraving from the Natural History of Man, by James Cowles Prichard, published by Hippolyte Bailliere, (London, third edition)

Angolan nobleman being carried by servants in a hammock.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

Flag of Angola

Woman from the Lunda Region, Angola (at this stage still a Portuguese Colony). Date: circa 1950s

Chilonda, Bie, Angola - Women off to hear Gospel Meetings
Chilonda, Bie, Angola - Women heading off to the villages to Gospel Meetings - everyone is travelling in the back of a van! Date: circa 1930s

Dutch prisoners loaded onto ships - Luanda, Angola
Dutch prisoners loaded onto Portuguese ships in the Harbour of Luanda after defeat in the Colonial War in Angola. Date: 1648

Restaurant Angola, Lisbon, Portugal - 300 year anniversary
Postcard commemorating the 300 year anniversary of the Restaurant Angola, Lisbon, Portugal. The postcard illustration is a drawing of a decorated tile pattern from the wall of the restaurant

Angola - Catumbella - Portuguese Columns
Angola - Benguela Province - Portuguese Columns on the road to Cavaco in the town of Catumbella, on the Catumbella River. Date: 1912

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Namibia - One of the countless so-called Cuca shops, a term which is derived from an Angolan beer brand and which is used for unlicensed small bars Date:

US eclipse expedition, West Africa, 1889. This expedition was led by US astronomer David Peck Todd (1855-1939). These huts housed the array of instruments used by the expedition

Angola - Woman with extraordinary jewellery
Angola - Woman with the extraordinary hairstyle and neck jewellery/adornment of the region of Huila Province. Date: circa 1910s

N Dalla Tando, Angola - Meteorological Station - a fantastic use of the massive old trunk of a Boabab tree Date: 1902

Angola - Njinga Tribesmen carry a sick patient
Angola - Two Njinga Tribesmen transport a sick patient in a sling held to a large pole. Date: circa 1910s

Angola - Luanda - traditional boat
Traditional boat carved whole from the trunk of a tree - on the sea off Luanda, Angola, south-west Africa

Angola - Ferry Passengers
Passengers on a ferry off Sao Thome, Angola. A woman with a baby child on her back stands alongside a stack of wicket containers

Angola - The American Mission to Ambaca
Angola - A section of the American Mission to Ambaca

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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Heritage of Angola: From Luanda to Cabinda" Step into the vibrant world of Angola, a country steeped in history and cultural diversity. In Luanda, the capital city, immerse yourself in the captivating traditions of the Mondombos Tribespeople. Witness their unity and strength as they gather together, preserving their ancestral customs. Travel back in time to St Paul de Loanda (Luanda) circa 1854-1883, where you can catch a glimpse of life during that era. Marvel at the resilience and spirit people as they navigate through challenging times. Venture further into the Cabinda Region, situated between Angola and Democratic Republic of Congo. Encounter a Kongo Maternity Figure crafted from wood - an exquisite masterpiece representing fertility and motherhood. Admire its intricate details that symbolize hope for future generations. Discover another facet of Kongo Culture with a beautifully crafted Spoon made from wood and copper. This functional yet artistic piece showcases the ingenuity and craftsmanship prevalent in this region. Behold the awe-inspiring Mangaaka Figure originating from Cabinda Region or Democratic Republic of Congo - an embodiment of spiritual power adorned with iron accents. Feel its commanding presence as it stands tall, guarding ancient wisdom passed down through generations. Delve deeper into history with a Male Face Mask (Chihongo) dating back to mid-late 19th century Angola. The mysterious creator remains unknown but left behind an enigmatic artifact that sparks curiosity about traditional rituals and beliefs. Nature enthusiasts will be captivated by two primate species found in Angola: The striking Angola colobus known for its black-and-white fur pattern; and the charming Angolan talapoin or southern talapoin monkey – both endemic to this beautiful land. Finally, marvel at a Staff carved intricately out of wood - not only serving as support but also reflecting status within Angolan society.