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Sierra Leone Collection (#3)

Discover the enchanting beauty of Sierra Leone, a hidden gem in West Africa

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, watch a parade of devil dancers during their visit at the Northern Province of Sierra Leone. 1st November 1961

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: The Sierra Leone Dance Troupe rehearse at the London University Girls Hostel

The Sierra Leone Dance Troupe rehearse at the London University Girls Hostel, for the Commonwealth Arts Festival to be held at the Royal Albert Hall next week, pictured Saturday 11th September 1965

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: 20052210

20052210
SIERRA LEONE Agriculture Woman spreading grain on the ground to dry

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Sea chart coast Gambia part Senegal Guinea Sierra Leone Pas caarte

Sea chart coast Gambia part Senegal Guinea Sierra Leone Pas caarte
Sea chart of the coast of The Gambia and part of the coast of Senegal, Guinea and Sierra Leone Pas caarte of Rio Gambia from C

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Female Figure 1500s Guinea Coast Sierra Leone

Female Figure 1500s Guinea Coast Sierra Leone
Female Figure, 1500s. Guinea Coast, Sierra Leone, Sherbro, 16th century. Soapstone; overall: 13 cm (5 1/8 in.)

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: A young Mende girl, Eastern Sierra Leone, 1912. Artist: Cecil H Firmin

A young Mende girl, Eastern Sierra Leone, 1912. Artist: Cecil H Firmin
A young Mende girl, Eastern Sierra Leone, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Bundu girls, whitewashed, 1912. Artist: Cecil H Firmin

Bundu girls, whitewashed, 1912. Artist: Cecil H Firmin
Bundu girls, whitewashed, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Bundu devil dancers, Sierra Leone, 1912. Artist: Cecil H Firmin

Bundu devil dancers, Sierra Leone, 1912. Artist: Cecil H Firmin
Bundu devil dancers, Sierra Leone, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Free-Town, Sierra Leone, c1881-85

Free-Town, Sierra Leone, c1881-85. Episode of the Mahdist War, (1881-1899). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: View of Mountains called Sierra Leone & Houses at Sierra Leone, c18th century. Artist: N Parr

View of Mountains called Sierra Leone & Houses at Sierra Leone, c18th century. Artist: N Parr
View of Mountains called Sierra Leone & Houses at Sierra Leone, c18th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Women dancers performing, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Women dancers performing, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Snake charmer, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Snake charmer, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Women dancers, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Women dancers, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Group portrait of Europeans and locals, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Group portrait of Europeans and locals, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: A washerwoman, Sierra Leone, 20th century

A washerwoman, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Local people, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Local people, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Street traders, Freetown, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Street traders, Freetown, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Market scene, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Market scene, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Children, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Children, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Woman and child, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Woman and child, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Sailing boats, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Sailing boats, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Diving boys, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Diving boys, Sierra Leone, 20th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: The Prince of Wales watching a traditional dance, Freetown, Sierra Leone, 1925

The Prince of Wales watching a traditional dance, Freetown, Sierra Leone, 1925
The Prince of Wales watching a traditional native beauty dance, Freetown, Sierra Leone, 1925. The future King Edward VIII enjoys a cultural event during a royal visit

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Pretty Bukeh Beach, Sierra Leone, West Africa, Africa

Pretty Bukeh Beach, Sierra Leone, West Africa, Africa

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Antique print of map and illustration of coastal Sierra Leone

Antique print of map and illustration of coastal Sierra Leone

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Departure of the Ex-Governor from Freetown, Sierra Leone, 1854

Departure of the Ex-Governor from Freetown, Sierra Leone, 1854

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Source Size = 3943 x 2863

Source Size = 3943 x 2863
The Ashantee War: Shipping Bullocks at Sierra Leone for Cape Coast Castle, 1874

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: A Strike at Sierra Leone, 1874

A Strike at Sierra Leone, 1874

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Freetown, Sierra Leone, 1874

Freetown, Sierra Leone, 1874

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: West Africa, from Atlas de Toutes les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre

West Africa, from Atlas de Toutes les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre
KW205851 West Africa, from Atlas de Toutes les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre by Guillaume Raynal (1713-96) published Geneva, 1780 (coloured engraving) by Bonne

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Sea chart of the coast of Gambia and part of the coast of Senegal, Guinea and Sierra

Sea chart of the coast of Gambia and part of the coast of Senegal, Guinea and Sierra Leone, print maker: Jan Luyken, Johannes van Keulen I, unknown, 1683 - 1799

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: West Africa, Sierra Leone, Freetown. Suburban development houses on a hillside

West Africa, Sierra Leone, Freetown. Suburban development houses on a hillside

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: WORLD WAR I: SIERRA LEONE. British expeditionary force in Freetown, Sierra Leone

WORLD WAR I: SIERRA LEONE. British expeditionary force in Freetown, Sierra Leone, preparing to embark on an attack on German forces in Cameroon, during World War I. Photograph, c1916

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: PAUL CUFFE (1759-1817). American sea captain. The only known portrait of Cuffe

PAUL CUFFE (1759-1817). American sea captain. The only known portrait of Cuffe, a silhouette with his brig Traveller on the coast of Sierra Leone, 1812

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Freetown, Sierra Leone, 1874

Freetown, Sierra Leone, 1874

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: A Strike at Sierra Leone, 1874

A Strike at Sierra Leone, 1874

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Sierra Leone, Relief Map with Border and Mask

Sierra Leone, Relief Map with Border and Mask
Relief map of Sierra Leone (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Map of Sierra Leone

Map of Sierra Leone

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Brush-tailed Porcupine - eating fallen fig fruit in rainforest - Sierra Leone - West Africa

Brush-tailed Porcupine - eating fallen fig fruit in rainforest - Sierra Leone - West Africa
NG-493 Brush-tailed Porcupine - eating fallen fig fruit in rainforest Sierra Leone - West Africa Atherurus africanus Nick Gordon contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Deforestation - Slash & burn Gola rainforest - Sierra Leone - West Africa

Deforestation - Slash & burn Gola rainforest - Sierra Leone - West Africa
NG-524 Deforestation - Slash & burn Gola rainforest Sierra Leone, West Africa Nick Gordon contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: SIERRA LEONE: LITTER, 1888. Mode of traveling in Sierra Leone under British colonial rule

SIERRA LEONE: LITTER, 1888. Mode of traveling in Sierra Leone under British colonial rule. Line engraving, 1888

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: AFRICAN BUFFALO. Short-horned buffalo, Sierra Leone variety. Wood engraving, American

AFRICAN BUFFALO. Short-horned buffalo, Sierra Leone variety. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Rainforest - canopy of Gola. Sierra Leone, Africa

Rainforest - canopy of Gola. Sierra Leone, Africa
NG-465 West African RAINFOREST Canopy of Gola, Sierra Leone Nick Gordon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Sooty Mangabey Monkey - on branch Gola Rainforest Sierra Leone West Africa

Sooty Mangabey Monkey - on branch Gola Rainforest Sierra Leone West Africa
NG-389 Sooty Mangabey Monkey - on branch Gola Rainforest Sierra Leone West Africa Cercocebus atys Nick Gordon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageSierra Leone Collection: Spotted-necked / Spot-necked / Speckle-throated Otter Sierra Leone, Africa

Spotted-necked / Spot-necked / Speckle-throated Otter Sierra Leone, Africa
LB-4741 Spot / Spotted - Necked / Speckle - Throated OTTER Sierra Leone, Africa. Lutra maculicollis Latin also: Hydrictis maculicollis Ian Beames Please note that prints are for personal display




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Discover the enchanting beauty of Sierra Leone, a hidden gem in West Africa. Immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture and breathtaking landscapes that this country has to offer. Experience the tranquility of Bukeh Beach as you witness local fishing boats gracefully gliding across the crystal-clear waters. The rhythmic waves crashing against the shore create a soothing melody that will leave you feeling at peace. Indulge in sun-kissed bliss on Freetown's pristine beaches, where golden sands meet azure waters. Let your worries melt away as you bask under the warm African sun, taking in the stunning panoramic views that stretch out before you. Embark on an adventure to River Number 2 Beach on Freetown Peninsula, where nature's wonders await. Marvel at the majestic Yellow-headed Picathartes or White-necked Rockfowl perched atop Kambui Hills – a sight so rare and captivating it will leave you spellbound. Capture a moment of pure serenity at John Obey Beach, where cloud iridescence forms above cumulonimbus clouds like strokes from an artist's brush. Witness this ethereal phenomenon caused by light refraction and let your imagination soar amidst nature's own masterpiece. Step back into history with Queen Elizabeth II during her visit to Sierra Leone in November 1961 – a momentous occasion etched forever in time. Feel the weight of significance as you stand where royalty once stood, embracing both past and present. Explore Southern Province's Turtle Islands, home to diverse marine life thriving beneath turquoise waters. Dive into an underwater paradise teeming with colorful coral reefs and exotic sea creatures – an experience that will leave lasting memories imprinted on your soul. Delve into Sierra Leone's rich cultural heritage through its artistry showcased by artifacts such as Lidded Saltcellar from centuries ago or Mende helmet masks representing ancestral traditions passed down through generations.