Gabonese Collection

Fetiche Banana trees; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
Fetiche Banana trees; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Pahouin village; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
Pahouin village; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

The sacred Isles of Lake Jonanga; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
The sacred Isles of Lake Jonanga; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Pahouin Warriors; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
Pahouin Warriors; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'A village on the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
A village on the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'Bakalai women and children; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
Bakalai women and children; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'Trunk of the ovounchua, a species of "Ticus"; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
Trunk of the ovounchua, a species of "Ticus"; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'A village on the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
A village on the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

The chief Kringer, and his family; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
The chief Kringer, and his family; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'Akera, a young girl of the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
Akera, a young girl of the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'Mission-House of the Catholics at the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
Mission-House of the Catholics at the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'English trading settlement on the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
English trading settlement on the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

The Daughters of King Louis; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
The Daughters of King Louis; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

King Denis of the Gaboon, and his principal wife; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
King Denis of the Gaboon, and his principal wife; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'Charcoal stores at the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
Charcoal stores at the Gaboon; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'Birds-eye view of the Gaboon settlement; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
Birds-eye view of the Gaboon settlement; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

The young Fetichist of Lake Jonanga; The Gaboon. 1875. Creator: Unknown
The young Fetichist of Lake Jonanga; The Gaboon. 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'Gabon et baie Corisco; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Gabon et baie Corisco; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Vue sur le Konilou a l'embouchure de la Mandji; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Vue sur le Konilou a l'embouchure de la Mandji; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

The charred interior of the parliament is seen after it was burned in post-election protests in Libreville, Gabon, September 20, 2016. REUTERS/Edward McAllister TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Okuyi Mask (mask of ancestors). Punu Art (Bapunu) from Gabon. They embody the spirits of the deceased, in the mourning ceremonies

Kota Bwete Figure, Mindassa or Mindumu Culture, from Gabon or Republic of Congo (copper & wood)
HSC193979 Kota Bwete Figure, Mindassa or Mindumu Culture, from Gabon or Republic of Congo (copper & wood) by African School; height:63.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Ngontang Mask, Fang Culture, Gabon (wood & fibre) (see also 181661)
HSC181662 Ngontang Mask, Fang Culture, Gabon (wood & fibre) (see also 181661) by African School; height:27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mbulu, Kota Culture, Gabon (wood & brass)
HSC181659 Mbulu, Kota Culture, Gabon (wood & brass) by African School; height:53 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: front or back of 181660;); Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Kota Bwete Figure, Obamba Culture, from Gabon (copper & wood)
HSC193980 Kota Bwete Figure, Obamba Culture, from Gabon (copper & wood) by African School; height:57 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Heini Schneebeli

Ngontang Mask, Fang Culture, Gabon (wood & fibre) (see also 181662)
HSC181661 Ngontang Mask, Fang Culture, Gabon (wood & fibre) (see also 181662) by African School; height:27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

King Jack of Turtle Cove, Gabon, c. 1875 (albumen print)
622677 King Jack of Turtle Cove, Gabon, c.1875 (albumen print) by Joaque, Francis W. (c.1845-1900); 9.1x5.2 cm; Private Collection; eMichael Graham-Stewart; Sierra Leonean, out of copyright

Dassault Mystere 20 TR-KHA
Dassault Falcon 20D TR-KHA (msn 225), of the Gabonese Government VIP transport unit at London Heathrow Airport. Date: 1970-73

Gabonais, 19th Century. Artist: E Ronjat
Gabonais, 19th century. Man from Gabon in West Africa. Engraving after a photograph

Girl from Gabon, Africa
Striking young woman from Gabon, Africa. She displayes traditional body scarification on the upper section of her right arm, close to the shoulder

Figure of the reliquary Bwete or Bwitti (Gabon). The Mahongwe practice an ancestor cult (bwiti or bwete) that was at the center of a system of beliefs and rites

Reliquary Guardian Figure (ethnicity Kota or Bakota, Fang). They protect the relics of the ancestors and are helpful to communicate with their gods and to curse their wives in case of infidelity

Reliquary Guardian Figure (ethnicity Kota, Fang). They protect the relics of the ancestors and are helpful to communicate with their gods and to curse their wives in case of infidelity. African art

Gabon, Africa - Domesticated Zebra and two colonials
Gabon, Africa - Domesticated Zebra (seemingly used for pulling a carriage) and two colonials! Date: circa 1910s

Pahouin man from Gabon, Central Africa. circa 1910s

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The Gabonese people, hailing from the beautiful West African country of Gabon, have a rich cultural heritage that is deeply rooted in their ancestral traditions. From the captivating Okuyi Mask, symbolizing their connection with their forefathers, to the intricate Punu Art crafted by the talented Bapunu artisans, every piece tells a story. One cannot overlook the significance of the Kota Bwete Figure, originating from either Gabon or the Republic of Congo. Made with copper and wood, these figures represent the Mindassa or Mindumu Culture and stand as powerful symbols of spirituality. The Figure of the reliquary Bwete or Bwitti holds great importance among Gabonese communities. Serving as guardians for sacred relics, these figures are revered for their protective powers. In recent times, tragedy struck when fire engulfed and charred the interior of parliament after post-election unrest. This incident serves as a reminder that even amidst progress and development, preserving cultural heritage remains crucial. The Ngontang Mask showcases Fang Culture's artistic brilliance through its use of wood and fiber materials. Its intricate design reflects both beauty and spiritual significance. Another remarkable creation is Mbulu from Kota Culture in Gabon. Crafted meticulously using wood and brass elements, this figure represents strength and resilience within its community. Furthermore, we must not forget about King Jack of Turtle Cove captured in an albumen print dating back to 1875. His regal presence reminds us of Gabon's historical legacy that continues to shape its present identity. Lastly but not leastly is Dassault Mystere 20 TR-KHA aircraft which signifies technological advancements in transportation within this vibrant nation.