River Congo Collection

Map of a Portion of Africa, showing...Cameron's Route from the East to the West Coast...1876
Map of a Portion of Africa, showing Lieut. V.L. Cameron's Route from the East to the West Coast, 1876. A Map of the entire width of Africa

Sketches by Lieutenant Cameron in Central Africa...Lukuga Outlet of Lake Tanganyika...1876. Creator: Unknown
Sketches by Lieutenant Cameron in Central Africa: entrance to the Lukuga Outlet of Lake Tanganyika, 1876. Lieutenant Cameron's more exact survey led to the discovery of an important outlet

Voies de communication du bassin du Congo; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Voies de communication du bassin du Congo; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Stanleyville. Un coin du quai; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Stanleyville. Un coin du quai; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Rapides du M'bomou; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Rapides du M'bomou; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

L'Oubangui a Mobaye; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
L'Oubangui a Mobaye; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Le lit du Congo aux environs de Stanleyville; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Le lit du Congo aux environs de Stanleyville; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Le Congo a Ponthierville; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Le Congo a Ponthierville; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Captain Carlos Braconnier (engraving)
1061564 Captain Carlos Braconnier (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain Carlos Braconnier)

Sketches on the River Congo (engraving)
1591656 Sketches on the River Congo (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches on the River Congo)

Mr H M Stanleys Travels in Africa, the Great War Canoe on the River Congo (engraving)
1590150 Mr H M Stanleys Travels in Africa, the Great War Canoe on the River Congo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanleys Travels in Africa)

The Congo Expedition, Bridge of Boats over the Creek at Chengo (engraving)
1621437 The Congo Expedition, Bridge of Boats over the Creek at Chengo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Congo Expedition)

On the Congo (engraving)
1045911 On the Congo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Congo. Illustration for The Graphic)

The West African Squadron at Bomma, on the River Congo (engraving)
1621420 The West African Squadron at Bomma, on the River Congo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The West African Squadron at Bomma, on the River Congo)

Destruction of Manuel Vaccas Town, on the River Congo, by Marines of the West African Squadron (engraving)
1621422 Destruction of Manuel Vaccas Town, on the River Congo, by Marines of the West African Squadron (engraving) by English School

L Ogooue, Congo, Africa, 19th century. Artist: Edouard Riou
L Ogooue, Congo, Africa, 19th century

An encampment on the River Congo, Africa, c1890. The Congo is the second largest river in Africa, rising in the highlands of North East Zambia

Sir Henry Stanley
Sir Henry Morton Stanley, (1841-1904), Anglo- American journalist and explorer. Stanley was sent to find the Scottish missionary and explorer Dr David Livingstone (1813-1873)

River Congo in forest
River Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, satellite image. Formerly known as the Zaire, the Congo is seen flowing through forest (dark green) and swamp land (light green)

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"Exploring the Enigmatic River Congo: A Journey through Sketches and Engravings" Embarking on a visual odyssey, these captivating engravings unveil the mystique of the legendary River Congo. From "Sketches on the River Congo" to "Sketches at Loanda, South-West Africa, " each stroke of the artist's pen transports us to an untamed world. Intriguingly, we witness scenes like no other - "The West African Squadron in the River Congo, " where even sharks pay homage to their human counterparts. The enigma deepens as we encounter Captain Carlos Braconnier himself, immortalized in an engraving that echoes his daring exploits along this mighty waterway. As our journey continues, Mr H M Stanley's remarkable travels come alive before our eyes. We marvel at "the Great War Canoe on the River Congo, " a testament to both its grandeur and treacherous nature. Crossing over a Bridge of Boats at Chengo during The Congo Expedition reveals ingenuity amidst challenging terrains. Delving further into this vast river's secrets, more sketches emerge - evoking emotions ranging from awe to contemplation. In one such engraving aptly titled "On the Congo, " we find ourselves immersed in its serene beauty while pondering its hidden depths. Yet it is not all tranquility along these waters; danger lurks too. Witnessing "The West African Squadron at Bomma" reminds us of conflicts faced by those who dared venture here. Even Manuel Vaccas Town fell victim to destruction by marines from this very squadron – depicted vividly in another striking engraving. These sketches serve as windows into a time when exploration was synonymous with adventure and discovery held no bounds. They beckon us towards understanding and appreciating not only the physicality but also the spirit that embodies this iconic river. With every stroke captured meticulously upon paper, these engravings invite us to embark on our own imaginative voyage along the River Congo.