Northafrica Collection (#6)

Chabet el Akhra Gorges, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202074 Chabet el Akhra Gorges, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chabet el Akhra Gorges, Algeria)

Fantaisie architecturale: l interieur d un temple egyptien - Architectural Fantasy - interior view of an Egyptian
FIA5401176 Fantaisie architecturale: l interieur d un temple egyptien - Architectural Fantasy - interior view of an Egyptian temple par Jean Francois Thomas de Thomon, (1754-1813)

"L escalier du jardin. Algerie"Peinture de Pavel Alexandrovich Brioullov (Briullov) (1840-1914) 1883
FIA5335624 " L escalier du jardin. Algerie" Peinture de Pavel Alexandrovich Brioullov (Briullov) (1840-1914) 1883

Cleopatra, Queen of Ptolemaic Egypt, 1810 (engraving)
7235640 Cleopatra, Queen of Ptolemaic Egypt, 1810 (engraving) by Bodart, Pieter (1676-1712); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cleopatra VII Philopator, 69-30 BC)

Mark Antony and Cleopatra the Great, 1740 (engraving)
7235570 Mark Antony and Cleopatra the Great, 1740 (engraving) by Bodart, Pieter (1676-1712); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mark Antony and Cleopatra the Great)

Gorge of El Kantara, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202078 Gorge of El Kantara, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gorge of El Kantara, Algeria)

Atlas Mountains, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202070 Atlas Mountains, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Atlas Mountains, Algeria)

Costume of a woman of Tripoli, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234066 Costume of a woman of Tripoli, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a woman of Tripoli, Libya, Ottoman Empire)

Costume of a man of the Kingdom of Tlemcen (Algeria), 16th centu, 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234048 Costume of a man of the Kingdom of Tlemcen (Algeria), 16th centu, 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info)

The French in Algeria, an Arab "Fantasia"at Gardaia in Honour of the Governor of Algiers (engraving)
1056266 The French in Algeria, an Arab " Fantasia" at Gardaia in Honour of the Governor of Algiers (engraving) by Durand

Coppersmiths Bazaar, Cairo (colour litho)
6023301 Coppersmiths Bazaar, Cairo (colour litho) by Du Cane, Ella (1874-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coppersmiths Bazaar, Cairo)

Darb-el-Gamamiz, Cairo (colour litho)
6023305 Darb-el-Gamamiz, Cairo (colour litho) by Du Cane, Ella (1874-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Darb-el-Gamamiz, Cairo)

Chameaux pres des pyramides de Guizeh (Guiseh, Gizeh, Giza) (Le Caire, Egypte). (Camels Near The Pyramids)
FIA5347365 Chameaux pres des pyramides de Guizeh (Guiseh, Gizeh, Giza) (Le Caire, Egypte). (Camels Near The Pyramids). Peinture de Nikolai Yegorovich Makovsky (1842-1886), huile sur toile, 1881

French Armee: Saphis horse shooting exercises in Algeria. Engraving in "Le Petit Parisien"on 15 / 12 / 1901
XEE4172965 French Armee: Saphis horse shooting exercises in Algeria. Engraving in " Le Petit Parisien" on 15/12/1901

A teacher from the village of Margueritte protecting her class in front of the revolt of the Beniben Asser tribe
XEE4172825 A teacher from the village of Margueritte protecting her class in front of the revolt of the Beniben Asser tribe. Engraving in " Le Petit Parisien" on 19/05/1901. by Andrieux, C

Department of Constantine, French Algeria. - France and its Colonies. Atlas illustrates one hundred
XEE4144396 Department of Constantine, French Algeria. - France and its Colonies. Atlas illustrates one hundred and five maps from the maps of the depot of war, bridges and footwear and the Navy by M

The Pedigree of El-Moizz, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c. 1910 (litho)
IL314842 The Pedigree of El-Moizz, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1910 (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: invaded Egypt with 100)

La diffa, reception among the notables and negociants of the region of Rhadames
LSE4332325 La diffa, reception among the notables and negociants of the region of Rhadames. Engraving by Pranishnikoff, to illustrate the Algerian Sahara, by V.Largeau, in 1874-1878

Arabs racing camels in Egypt from P. T. Barnums Menagerie published in 1888, illustration by Sarah J. Burke
7214596 Arabs racing camels in Egypt from P.T. Barnums Menagerie published in 1888, illustration by Sarah J. Burke. by Burke, Sarah J. (19th century); Photo © AF Fotografie

Gorge of the River Rhumel, near Constantine, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202079 Gorge of the River Rhumel, near Constantine, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gorge of the River Rhumel, near Constantine, Algeria)

Bamboo avenue in the Jardin d Essay, Algiers, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202072 Bamboo avenue in the Jardin d Essay, Algiers, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bamboo avenue in the Jardin d essai du Hamma, Algiers, Algeria)

Salon in the Chateau d Hydra, Algiers, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202071 Salon in the Chateau d Hydra, Algiers, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salon in the Chateau d Hydra, Algiers, Algeria)

Pyramidal winter sports (litho)
7201386 Pyramidal winter sports (litho) by Wellner, Wilhelm Anton (1859-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pyramidal winter sports. Illustration from Lustige Blatter, 1913.); © Look and Learn

Roman war galleys engaged in a naumachia (litho)
7184128 Roman war galleys engaged in a naumachia (litho) by McDowell, William John Patton (1889-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman war galleys engaged in a naumachia)

Constantine, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202082 Constantine, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Constantine, Algeria)

Waterfall of Sidi M cid, near Constantine, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202077 Waterfall of Sidi M cid, near Constantine, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Waterfall of Sidi M cid, near Constantine, Algeria)

Desert near Biskra, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202076 Desert near Biskra, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Desert near Biskra, Algeria)

Place du Gouvernement and Hotel de la Regence, Algiers, Algeria (b / w photo)
7202073 Place du Gouvernement and Hotel de la Regence, Algiers, Algeria (b/w photo) by Geiser, Jean (1848-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Place du Gouvernement and Hotel de la Regence)

Street in Cairo, Egypt depicted at the Exposition Universelle, Paris, France, 1889 (b / w photo)
7200481 Street in Cairo, Egypt depicted at the Exposition Universelle, Paris, France, 1889 (b/w photo) by Brichaut, Albert (died c 1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street in Cairo)

Submission of the Charrouin Djemaa south of Oran in Algeria before General Serviere
XEE4172784 Submission of the Charrouin Djemaa south of Oran in Algeria before General Serviere, " Le petit Parisien" on 31/03/1901 (engraving) by Andrieux, C. A. (1829-1910) & Crespin, A

Young Jewish woman of Algiers, Algeria
6339067 Young Jewish woman of Algiers, Algeria by T.S. & Duverger (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Young Jewish woman of Algiers, Algeria)

The Shoe Bazaar, Cairo (colour litho)
6023292 The Shoe Bazaar, Cairo (colour litho) by Du Cane, Ella (1874-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shoe Bazaar, Cairo)

Group of individuals in front of the Sphinx, c. 1896-1910 (b / w photo)
5975271 Group of individuals in front of the Sphinx, c.1896-1910 (b/w photo) by Marrs, Dana (fl.1896-1910); 16.4x12.3 cm; Massachusetts Historical Society, Boston, MA

Bird s-Eye View of the Paris Exhibition, 1900 (litho)
1040092 Bird s-Eye View of the Paris Exhibition, 1900 (litho) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird s-Eye View of the Paris Exhibition, 1900)

Compagnie Algerienne, 1918 (colour litho)
699190 Compagnie Algerienne, 1918 (colour litho) by Jonas, Lucien Hector (1880-1947); 114x79 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Compagnie Algerienne)

Costume of a Moorish virgin, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234058 Costume of a Moorish virgin, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a Moorish virgin, 16th century)

Costume of an African woman of the Kingdom of Tlemcen, 16th cent, 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234052 Costume of an African woman of the Kingdom of Tlemcen, 16th cent, 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info)

Costume of a Moor of quality, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving)
7234038 Costume of a Moor of quality, 16th century. 1859-1860 (engraving) by Krieger, Christoph (d.c.1590); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costume of a Moorish man of quality, 16th century)

View of the Egyptian living room of Villa San Martino, residence of Napoleon I (1769-1821)
JLJ4596241 View of the Egyptian living room of Villa San Martino, residence of Napoleon I (1769-1821) during his exile at Elba Island Watercolour by Pierre Girard (1806-1872) 1856 Sun

Department of Algiers, French Algeria - France and its Colonies. Atlas illustrates one hundred
XEE4144398 Department of Algiers, French Algeria - France and its Colonies. Atlas illustrates one hundred and five maps from the maps of the depot of war, bridges and footwear and the Navy by M

Le Caire (Egypte) (Cairo). Scene de campement d une caravane dans le desert, la ville en arriere plan
FIA5344589 Le Caire (Egypte) (Cairo). Scene de campement d une caravane dans le desert, la ville en arriere plan. Peinture de Nikolai Yegorovich Makovsky (1842-1886), huile sur toile, 1876

The Algerian Cafe - Flores Ibanez, Eduardo (active 1870-1889) - Watercolour on paper - 27x35 - Museo Carmen Thyssen
FIA5398809 The Algerian Cafe - Flores Ibanez, Eduardo (active 1870-1889) - Watercolour on paper - 27x35 - Museo Carmen Thyssen, Malaga by Flores Ibanez

Cairo and the Citadel from Giza (colour litho)
6023302 Cairo and the Citadel from Giza (colour litho) by Du Cane, Ella (1874-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cairo and the Citadel from Giza)

A Rose-Garden at Giza, and View of Cairo (colour litho)
6023299 A Rose-Garden at Giza, and View of Cairo (colour litho) by Du Cane, Ella (1874-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Rose-Garden at Giza, and View of Cairo)

Egypt, the Mutiny at Assiout (engraving)
1045617 Egypt, the Mutiny at Assiout (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egypt, the Mutiny at Assiout)

The pedigree of El-Moizz, c. 1920 (litho)
1122912 The pedigree of El-Moizz, c.1920 (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hutchinsons History of the Nations published by Hutchinson & Co. c.1920)

Egypt after the War, the Trial of Arabi at Cairo, reading the Sentence of Death (engraving)
1061372 Egypt after the War, the Trial of Arabi at Cairo, reading the Sentence of Death (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egypt after the War)

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage and Cultural Marvels of North Africa" Immerse yourself in the vibrant streets of Cairo, as captured in this captivating colour lithograph. An old street in Cairo takes us back to a bygone era, where history and tradition intertwine. Witness the resilience and beauty of an Algerian girl gracefully carrying a jug near an oasis in the desert. This mesmerizing watercolour by Louis Ernest Lessieux reminds us of the importance of water sources in arid landscapes. (Collection fondation regards de Provence, Marseille) Transport yourself to Marrakech, Morocco, through this enchanting view of its ancient cityscape from the 1800s. The intricate architecture and bustling markets beckon you to explore every corner. Discover the diverse costumes that adorn Tripoli's women, with one wearing a burqa—a traditional garment that reflects their cultural identity. These costumes provide glimpses into Libya's rich heritage. Journey further east to Abyssinia with an intriguing engraving depicting a woman from this region. Her attire showcases unique traditions that have stood the test of time since 1845. Delve into French literature with an engraved alphabet highlighting "Kabyles, " shedding light on these indigenous people's significance within North African culture during 1887. Marvel at Le Suez depicted through stunning lithography from around 1900—an engineering marvel connecting continents and shaping trade routes for centuries. Step inside a majestic mosque in Cairo portrayed through oil on canvas dating back to 1831. Let your imagination wander amidst its grandeur while appreciating Islamic architectural splendor. Relive historical events like Antony and Cleopatra's dramatic flight from Actium battle through this captivating oil painting created in 1897—depicting love entangled with political turmoil. Capture a pivotal moment when French forces triumphantly entered Algiers on July 5th, 1830—an event forever etched into North African history. This engraving symbolizes the beginning of a new era.