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Colonial Africa (1883). Gulf of Guinea. Fernando

Colonial Africa (1883). Gulf of Guinea. Fernando Poo Island. View of Lobᠤ e Rilaja, Bottey-Moytade residence, second king of the island. Image appeared in La Ilustraci󮠅 spa񯬡 y Americana newspaper. Engraving

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1883 Africans Americana Appeared Cabin Engravings Espa X6fb21 Espanola Fernando Guinea Gulf Ilustraci Ilustracion Jungle Newspaper Spaniard Spaniards Upright


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This image, published in the prestigious Spanish newspaper La Ilustración Española y Americana in 1883, offers a glimpse into the colonial landscape of Fernando Poo Island in the Gulf of Guinea. The photograph, an intricately detailed engraving, depicts the residence of Lob Rilaja, the second king of the island, located in the heart of the lush jungle. The Spaniard Bottey-Moytade, a prominent figure in the colonial administration, is believed to have built the grand cabin-like structure, which stands proudly amidst the verdant foliage. The serene scene contrasts starkly with the tumultuous history of colonial Africa. The Gulf of Guinea, a strategic maritime route, was a hotbed of European competition and conflict in the late 19th century. Spain, Portugal, France, and Britain vied for control over the rich natural resources and lucrative trade routes, leading to the subjugation of numerous African kingdoms and the establishment of colonial rule. The image reveals the complex interplay between the European colonizers and the indigenous population. The African people, dressed in colorful attire, are shown working in the background, while the Spaniard's residence, with its modern amenities, stands as a symbol of power and dominance. The juxtaposition of the jungle and the cabin, the African people and the European colonizer, underscores the profound impact of colonialism on the African continent. This engraving, a testament to the rich history of colonial Africa, invites us to reflect on the complex and often fraught relationship between the European powers and the African peoples during this period. The image, with its intricate details and evocative imagery, continues to captivate and intrigue scholars, historians, and enthusiasts of African history.

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