Colonialist Collection (#5)

The defeat of the Tuareg. French colonial troops under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel
XEE4158961 The defeat of the Tuareg. French colonial troops under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel Joseph Joffre (1852-1931) - The Defeat of the Touareg

In english Sahara: fight between french troop sand touaregs
XEE4150286 In english Sahara: fight between french troop sand touaregs, illustration from newspaper " Le Petit Journal" march 17, 1907 (engraving) by French School

Marquis Wellesley (engraving)
818943 Marquis Wellesley (engraving) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marquis Wellesley. Richard Wellesley)

The Zulus enthusiasm for sport (colour litho)
2777833 The Zulus enthusiasm for sport (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zulus enthusiasm for sport)

In East Africa, two Europeans on the trail of beasts for a zoo have attracted... (colour litho)
2783547 In East Africa, two Europeans on the trail of beasts for a zoo have attracted... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In East Africa)

Romeo and Juliet-Balcony scene at Shepheards Hotel, Cairo
STC361063 Romeo and Juliet-Balcony scene at Shepheards Hotel, Cairo, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho) by Thackeray

Stern Reality; or, Last but not Least, from The Light Side of Egypt
STC361062 Stern Reality; or, Last but not Least, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British

Should Women Ride Astride?, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho)
STC361061 Should Women Ride Astride?, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

Beauty and the Beasts, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho)
STC361056 Beauty and the Beasts, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

Ouah! Riglak!, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho)
STC361050 Ouah! Riglak!, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

A Stopping-Place on the Nile, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho)
STC361046 A Stopping-Place on the Nile, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

Round the Pyramids, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho)
STC361032 Round the Pyramids, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

The Climbers, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho)
STC361031 The Climbers, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

The Indian Tour-King Edward VIII Tiger Shooting in Nepal, 1921 (b / w photo)
STC360961 The Indian Tour-King Edward VIII Tiger Shooting in Nepal, 1921 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: from George V and Edward VIII)

Mestizo and Indian Produce a Coyote, c. 1715 (oil on canvas)
470278 Mestizo and Indian Produce a Coyote, c.1715 (oil on canvas) by Juarez, Juan Rodriguez (1675-1728); 80.7x105.4 cm; Breamore House, Hampshire, UK; (add.info.: De mestizo y de india)

Cartoon commenting on the land acquisitions of the United States of America
CHT206524 Cartoon commenting on the land acquisitions of the United States of America, illustration from Le Rire, 4th March 1895 (litho) (b/w photo) by French School

White king piece from a chess set, made in Berhampur, India, c. 1820 (ivory)
3037367 White king piece from a chess set, made in Berhampur, India, c.1820 (ivory) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Lord Cromer (engraving)
663507 Lord Cromer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Cromer. Illustration from Cassells History of England (special edition, A W Cowan, c 1890)

Puzzled which to Choose!! Or the King of Tombuctoo offering one of his daughters in
MGS149613 Puzzled which to Choose!! Or the King of Tombuctoo offering one of his daughters in marriage to Capt.___. Anticipated result of a African Mission, published in 1821 by G

Lord Roberts (1832-1914) Entry into Pretoria on 5th June 1900 (colour litho)
INN181314 Lord Roberts (1832-1914) Entry into Pretoria on 5th June 1900 (colour litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton (1825-55) (after); Private Collection; eMalcolm Innes Gallery, London, UK; American

Marseille - Greek colony (oil on canvas, marouflee on the wall)
JEB4856021 Marseille - Greek colony (oil on canvas, marouflee on the wall) by Puvis de Chavannes, Pierre (1824-98); Palais de Longchamp, Marseille, France; (add.info.: Marseille - Greek Colony)

Boarding of the Marechal de Richelieu expedition to Menorca, 1756 (oil on canvas)
JEB4898102 Boarding of the Marechal de Richelieu expedition to Menorca, 1756 (oil on canvas) by Kapeller, Jean-Joseph (1702-90); 126x203 cm; Palais de Longchamp, Marseille

Black knight piece from a chess set, made in Berhampur, India, c. 1820 (ivory)
3037388 Black knight piece from a chess set, made in Berhampur, India, c.1820 (ivory) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Black rook piece from a chess set, made in Berhampur, India, c. 1820 (ivory)
3037387 Black rook piece from a chess set, made in Berhampur, India, c.1820 (ivory) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Street view, Hong Kong (colour litho)
3102102 Street view, Hong Kong (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street view, Hong Kong)

Roman Africa (colour litho)
2778240 Roman Africa (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman Africa. The eighth Tripoli Trade Fair, inaugurated by Marshal Balbo and Undersecretary Hon)

Salt March started by Gnadhi to obtain the independence of India, illustration from "Courier Sunday", 1930
2777934 Salt March started by Gnadhi to obtain the independence of India, illustration from " Courier Sunday", 1930 by Beltrame

European people and inhabitants of Mauritius, c. 1857 (b / w engraving)
CHT382339 European people and inhabitants of Mauritius, c.1857 (b/w engraving) by Potemont, Adolphe Martial (1828-83); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Famille de colons)

Surrender of Cetewayo, illustration from Cassells
IL370542 Surrender of Cetewayo, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England, published c.1910 (litho) by Paget

Mulatto and Mestiza produce a Mulatto Return-Backwards, c. 1715 (oil on canvas)
470260 Mulatto and Mestiza produce a Mulatto Return-Backwards, c.1715 (oil on canvas) by Juarez, Juan Rodriguez (1675-1728); 80.7x105.4 cm; Breamore House, Hampshire

Sir James Brooke, 1847 (oil on canvas)
LIT386594 Sir James Brooke, 1847 (oil on canvas) by Grant, Francis (1803-78); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brooke (1803-68), The Raja of Sarawak

Warren Hastings, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England
STC393272 Warren Hastings, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

The Dandy Tourist, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho)
STC361051 The Dandy Tourist, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

The Transit of Venus, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho)
STC361042 The Transit of Venus, from The Light Side of Egypt, 1908 (colour litho) by Thackeray, Lance (fl.1901 d.1916); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright

Arrival in Saigon of Paul Beau (1857-1927), Governor General of Indo-China 1902-07
CHT206334 Arrival in Saigon of Paul Beau (1857-1927), Governor General of Indo-China 1902-07, from Le Petit Journal, November 1902 (colour engraving) by Dufresne

Reception in the house of an Annamite Mandarin in Tonkin
CHT206332 Reception in the house of an Annamite Mandarin in Tonkin, French Indo-China 1883 (colour litho) by Marie, Adrien Emmanuel (1848-91); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Return of Commander Jean-Baptiste Marchand, the last supply
REV287774 Return of Commander Jean-Baptiste Marchand, the last supply, illustration from Le Petit Journal: Supplement illustre, 16th April 1899 (colour litho) by Meaulle

Candahar: The 92nd Highlanders and the 2nd Gurkhas Storming Gaudi Mullah Sahibdad
CH139771 Candahar: The 92nd Highlanders and the 2nd Gurkhas Storming Gaudi Mullah Sahibdad (oil on canvas) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927)

The Entrance of General Lyautey (1854-1934) and General Mangin (1862-1925
XIR135358 The Entrance of General Lyautey (1854-1934) and General Mangin (1862-1925) into Marrakesh in 1912, 1915 by Duvent, Charles Jules (1867-1940); Musee des Arts d Afrique et d Oceanie, Paris

cover of the supplement of the petit Journal Illustre na 891 of Dec 15
PCT4261905 cover of the supplement of the petit Journal IllustrenA 891 of Dec 15, 1907: the fidelity of the other france (algeria) by French School

Letter Z: Zouaves, "Je serai soldat"( Iwill be a soldier) - Military alphabet
DUV4217401 Letter Z: Zouaves, " Je serai soldat" ( Iwill be a soldier) - Military alphabet, 1899 (chromolithograph) by Bombled

Robert Clive, 1st Baron Clive
3781939 Robert Clive, 1st Baron Clive by Bartolozzi, Francesco (1727-1815); (add.info.: Robert Clive, 1st Baron Clive 1788. From an engraving by Bartolozzi, after a picture by Nathaniel Dance)

Marseille - gateway to the east (oil on canvas, marouflee on the wall)
JEB4856003 Marseille - gateway to the east (oil on canvas, marouflee on the wall) by Puvis de Chavannes, Pierre (1824-98); Palais de Longchamp, Marseille

Black bishop piece from a chess set, made in Berhampur, India, c. 1820 (ivory)
3037369 Black bishop piece from a chess set, made in Berhampur, India, c.1820 (ivory) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Ishapoor, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Ishapoor, 1858-61

Planter, from Worlds Dudes series (N31) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888

Dr Leander Starr Jameson, 1900. Creator: Elliot & Fry
Dr Leander Starr Jameson, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Going To Service By The Dark Entry : Colonial and Indian Visitors at Canterbury
Going To Service By The " Dark Entry" : Colonial and Indian Visitors at Canterbury, 1886. A large party of Colonists

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"Exploring, Conquering, and Inaugurating: The Colonialist Era Unveiled" Step into the intriguing world of colonialism as we delve into the lives and events that shaped this era. From military strategists to intrepid explorers, these individuals left an indelible mark on history. Horatio Herbert Kitchener, First Earl Kitchener of Khartoum and of Broome, stands tall as a symbol of British imperialism. His leadership during World War I and his role in shaping British policies across Africa are testament to his influence. Pedro de Valdivia, the Spanish conqueror of Chile, epitomizes the audacity and ambition that characterized European expansion. This American banknote engraving from the 19th century immortalizes his conquests in South America. Joseph Paxton's Crystal Palace serves as a breathtaking reminder of Britain's industrial might during the height of its empire. Erected for the Great Exhibition in 1851, it showcased technological advancements from around the world. David Livingstone emerges as a Scottish explorer who ventured deep into uncharted territories in Africa. His portrait captures both his determination and curiosity that drove him to uncover new lands and cultures. Witnessing grandeur unfold before your eyes is none other than Delhi's state entry ceremony—a spectacle marking imperial power at its zenith. The opulence displayed here reflects colonial dominance over India. The colored engraving depicting David Livingstone's death transports us to an emotional moment when one man's quest came to an end but ignited further exploration by others who followed in his footsteps. Achille Beltrame brings us closer to two significant events—the Second Boer War and a battle fought valiantly in Transvaal—showcasing how conflicts fueled territorial ambitions during this period. Travel back even further with "The Battle of Plassey, " capturing a pivotal moment when British forces secured their control over Bengal, forever altering the course of Indian history.