African Man Collection

A Priest of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church reads a very old, beautifully illustrated bible beside the entrance to the rock-hewn church of Yohannes Maequddi

Zulu warrior in traditional dress with fighting spear

Warriors of the nomadic Afar tribe wear their hair long and carry large curved daggers, known as jile, strapped to their waists

A Somali of the Issa clan loads his camels with salt at Lake Assal. He has rubbed henna into his hair and beard to make them orange-red

An old !Kung man. The !Kung are San hunter-gatherers, often referred to as Bushmen. They differ in appearance from the rest of black Africa having yellowish skin and being lightly boned

A !Kung hunter-gatherer stands ready to accompany his friends on a hunt. His bow and arrows are kept in a soft leather pouch slung over his shoulder

An old Ethiopian Orthodox priest holds a large brass Coptic cross at the rock-hewn church of Adadi Maryam, just south of Addis Abeba. This is the southernmost of Ethiopias rock-hewn churches

Mauritania, Brakna, Desert Guide

Dion So-Oabeb, an experienced guide at the sprawling site of Twyfelfonteins 5, 000 rock engravings or petroglyphs, ranging from simple geometric designs to complex friezes of animals

An Mtaita musician. His glasses are made from the tips of calabashes. His ear ornaments are also made of calabashes or gourds

A Lamu man strings the back of a traditional Lamu-style chair embellished with marquetry. Situated 150 miles north-northeast of Mombasa, Lamu town dates from the 15th century AD

A skilled craftsman puts the finishes touches to a replica of a Pate Island chair. Wood carving is the most important craft in Lamu and sustains the greatest number of artisans

A Pate farmer tends his tobacco crop among the coral ruins of old Pate town. His Arabian origins are unmistakable. Pate was established by Arabs from Arabia in the 13th century, or possibly earlier

Turkana elders wear decorative ivory lip ornaments, secured in position by a spigot which is inserted in a hole pierced below the mans lower lip after initiation

A Borana man at Mega in southern Ethiopia wears a phallic Kallaacha on his forehead. Made of cast aluminium and ivory or bone

A proud peasant farmer harvests wheat between Ziway and Butajira in Central Ethiopia. Aided by his neighbours, the harvesting is carried out manually using sickles

Deep in thought, an old man with Orthodox cross in hand rests outside the rock-hewn church of Abune Yemata in the Gheralta Mountains near Guh

A Karo man with braided hair plays a traditional stringed instrument beside the Omo River near Duss. Young men settle disputes by fighting with hippo hide whips

Portrait of an African Man, Christophle le More?, Jan Jansz Mostaert, c. 1525 - c. 1530

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"African Man: A Tapestry of Rich Cultures and Traditions" From the ancient Ethiopian Orthodox Church to the fierce Zulu warriors, Africa is a continent teeming with diverse cultures. A Priest of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church reads a very old scripture, his eyes filled with wisdom passed down through generations. The spirituality and devotion in his presence are palpable. In traditional dress adorned with vibrant colors, a Zulu warrior stands tall, ready for battle. His fighting skills honed through years of training reflect both strength and courage. Warriors of the nomadic Afar tribe wear their hair in intricate braids, symbolizing their connection to nature and ancestral heritage. Their resilience echoes through the vast landscapes they call home. At Lake Assal in Somalia, a member of the Issa clan loads his camels with salt - an arduous task that highlights their resourcefulness amidst harsh conditions. These resilient individuals have mastered survival in unforgiving terrains. An old. Kung man embodies wisdom earned from a life lived close to nature as hunter-gatherers. His weathered face tells stories untold but cherished by his community. Standing alongside him is another. Kung hunter-gatherer prepared for adventure into unknown territories - showcasing bravery intertwined with deep respect for Mother Nature's bounties. With reverence, an old Ethiopian Orthodox priest holds a large brass cross - an emblem representing faith that has stood strong against time's relentless march forward. This sacred object connects past and present believers alike. In Mauritania's Brakna region, Desert Guides navigate treacherous dunes while sharing tales of ancient traditions under starlit skies. Their knowledge serves as compasses guiding travelers through uncharted sands. A Touareg tribesman walks hand-in-paw with his loyal hunting dog across vast Saharan landscapes - embodying companionship rooted in centuries-old bonds between humans and animals; together they brave desert challenges.