Bushman Collection

Anatomy / Skull / 1841
Illustration of the skull of a bushman of the Hottentot Tribe, Africa (side view)

San Bushmen rock painting, Lesotho, Southern Africa
A stunning rock painting near Hermon (now in Lesotho) drawn by San Bushmen, depicting the hunting of oxen and conflict between two rival tribes

Southern Africa - San Bushmen rock painting
Bushmen (San) paintings from South Afrca, depicting animals (mostly eland antelope) from Masitisi, Basutoland and a small doll representing a bushman. Date: circa 1910s

San hunting
Ben McRae

Springbok Hunting, South Africa
Various depictions of the process of Springbok hunting by Bushmen in South Africa. We see their camps, lookout spots, methods of using bow and arrow or dogs, stalking ostriches

Khoisan hunter
Trevor Cole

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South Northern Cederberg Pakhuis Conservancy, Sevilla Rock Art Trail. Rock art made by the San Bushman people. Date: 05/10/2006

Khoisan
Trevor Cole

Springbok Hunting in South Africa (engraving)
1041224 Springbok Hunting in South Africa (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Springbok Hunting in South Africa)

Huts and way of camp life of the Bushmen, from Costumi dei
619386 Huts and way of camp life of the Bushmen, from Costumi dei... by Giulio Ferrario, c.1820s-30s (colour litho) by Italian School

A bushman of the Kalahari country hunting big game with a poisoned arrow (b / w photo)
6013866 A bushman of the Kalahari country hunting big game with a poisoned arrow (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cummings Young Bosjesman, 1850 (w / c on paper)
622690 Cummings Young Bosjesman, 1850 (w/c on paper) by Ward, G. S. (fl.1850); 30.5x24.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A group of San people harvesting a swarm of
A group of San people (Bushmen) harvesting a swarm of locusts with fire and smoke. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Roberto Freschi from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient

Portraits of San people, South Africa
Portraits of San (Bushman) woman and man, South Africa. The man was a private soldier in the Cape Rifles, drawn by Captain Nelson

San or Bushman musician playing a gorah or lesiba, a string-wind instrument. Copied from William John Burchells Travels in the Interior of South Africa

Races of Mankind, from The British Empire Universities Modern English Illustrated
3614249 Races of Mankind, from The British Empire Universities Modern English Illustrated Dictionary, pub.1914 by English School, (20th century); (add.info.: Races of Mankind)

Strange weapons and stranger methods of using them (engraving)
3643678 Strange weapons and stranger methods of using them (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Strange weapons and stranger methods of using them)

Peoples of Africa (colour litho)
3630311 Peoples of Africa (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peoples of Africa)

Six brains of Apes and Men: gibbon, chimpanzee, orang, gorilla, bushman, man (litho)
5998246 Six brains of Apes and Men: gibbon, chimpanzee, orang, gorilla, bushman, man (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Six brains of Apes and Men: gibbon)

The hottentot or bushman (coloured engraving)
998164 The hottentot or bushman (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

African Races (colour litho)
5233436 African Races (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: African Races.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

African natives of a Bushman tribe (b / w photo)
6009073 African natives of a Bushman tribe (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: African natives of a Bushman tribe)

Bushman hunting Ostriches (engraving)
962007 Bushman hunting Ostriches (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bushman hunting Ostriches)

Bushman family
LLM456149 Bushman family by North American, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bushman family. Illustration from With the Worlds People by John Clark Ridpath (Clark E Ridpath)

Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza (1852-1905) 1886 (oil on canvas)
XIR187850 Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza (1852-1905) 1886 (oil on canvas) by Thaddeus, Henry Jones (1859-1929); Musee du Quai Branly et des Arts Premiers, Paris, France; Irish, out of copyright

An Overland Journey from Queensland to Sydney with a New Chum (engraving)
1044535 An Overland Journey from Queensland to Sydney with a New Chum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

bushmen: a family life
Pavol Stranak

bushman's skills
Pavol Stranak

Little Bushman
Giuseppe DAmico

Bushman
Giuseppe DAmico

Smoking bushman
Marco Tagliarino

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Namibia, Twfelfontein bushmen carvings are one of the most important archeological sites in Southern Africa. The site has an extensive collection of pre-historic rock engravings, or pectoglifs

Charge of the Bushmen and New Zealanders on Boer Guns near Klerksdorp, March 24, 1901
Charge of the Bushmen and New Zealanders on the Boer Guns During the Attack on Babingtons Convoy near Klerksdorp, March 24, 1901, 1902

Colonial Troops in South Africa, 1899-1901: Australian Bushmen on the March, (1901). About 20, 000 Australians served and about 1, 000 were killed in the Second Boer War (October 1899-May 1902)

Bushman engravings at Twyfelfontein, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Damaraland, Kuene Region, Namibia

San Bushmen rock painting, Lesotho, Southern Africa
A stunning rock painting at Thaba Bosiu (now in Lesotho) drawn by San Bushmen, depicting archers on a hunt (and an inset view if the location scenery). Date: circa 1910s

Female of the Bushman Race, 1848. Woman from southern Africa. An engraving from the Natural History of Man, by James Cowles Prichard, published by Hippolyte Bailliere, (London, third edition, 1848)

Woman & Child of the Bushman Race, 1848. Mother and child from southern Africa. An engraving from the Natural History of Man, by James Cowles Prichard, published by Hippolyte Bailliere, (London)

A Bushmans Home, Australia, 1886. Artist: William Thomas Smedley
A Bushmans Home, Australia, 1886. Wood engraving from Picturesque Atlas of Australasia, Vol II, by Andrew Garran, illustrated under the supervision of Frederic B Schell

An attractive !Kung woman. 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

The heavily wrinkled skin of a very old N!!S hunter-gatherer The N!!S are a part of the San people, often referred to as Bushmen

African Native People, lithograph, published in 1897
African Native People: 1 - 2) Mpongwe people from Gabun; 3) Arab from Morocco; 4) Arab from the southern Tunisia; 5) Fellah; 6 - 7) Copts; 8) Koto from Niger; 9) Fang people; 10) Berber (Dachelaner)

Two N!!S hunter-gatherers make a bark carrier for an ostrich egg, which will be used as a water container. The N!!S are a part of the San people, often referred to as Bushmen

Australian Bushmen On The March During The Second Boer War. From South Africa And The Transvaal War, By Louis Creswicke, Published 1900

A band of !Kung hunter-gatherers makes a stealthy approach towards an antelope, their bows & arrows at the ready. The !Kung are a part of the San of Southern Africa who are often referred to as

!Kung women sing and clap their hands to the rhythm of their menfolk. The !Kung are San hunter-gatherers, often referred to as Bushmen

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

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The Bushman, also known as the San people, are an indigenous group native to Southern Africa. With a rich history dating back to 1841, their unique anatomy and culture have fascinated researchers and artists alike. One captivating aspect of the Bushman is their skull structure, which has been studied extensively by anthropologists. These studies shed light on the evolution and physical characteristics of this ancient population. The San Bushmen rock paintings found in Lesotho showcase their artistic prowess and offer a glimpse into their way of life. These intricate artworks depict scenes from everyday activities such as hunting, gathering, and communal rituals. Speaking of hunting, the San people are renowned for their exceptional skills in tracking game. Springbok Hunting in South Africa was not only a means for survival but also deeply ingrained in their cultural identity. The lithograph published in 1897 beautifully captures an African Native People engaged in this traditional activity. Known for being skilled hunters themselves, Khoisan hunter-gatherers played a significant role within the broader Bushman community. Their expertise allowed them to provide sustenance for their families while maintaining harmony with nature. In "Principal Types of Mankind, " an engraving titled DDE-90021798 showcases various ethnic groups worldwide - including the iconic image of Springbok Hunting in South Africa. This representation highlights how these indigenous people were recognized globally for their distinct culture and lifestyle. Camp life among the Bushmen was characterized by huts that provided shelter during nomadic journeys across vast territories. Costumi dei presents vivid illustrations depicting these dwellings along with other aspects of camp life – offering insights into how they adapted to different environments throughout Southern Africa. Lastly, a black-and-white photograph portrays a bushman from Kalahari country skillfully hunting big game using poisoned arrows – showcasing both bravery and resourcefulness when facing formidable challenges within nature's realm.