The “Babende” are the members of a secret society among the Bangongo, a tribe of the Buschongo or Songora on the lower Congo.
Kongo. A Makenge named dignitary of the Babende.
Tag: African scenery
African scenery and animals by Samuel Daniell, William Daniell, Thoma Dowdeswell. Published: London 1804.
Auguste Racinet. The Costume History by Françoise Tétart-Vittu.
Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted.
Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. “Some books just scream out to be bought; this is one of them.” ― Vogue.com
The Victoria Falls. Zambesi River by Thomas Baines, 1862.
The Victoria Falls, Zambesi River: sketched on the spot, by Thomas Baines.
Cascade on Sneuwberg. African Scenery and Animals.
The Sneeuberg, also known as the Snow Mountains, is an extensive South African mountain range
Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.
The African hog in the woods of Sitsikamma.
There is not perhaps a more disgusting or a more savage animal than the wild Hog of Africa.
Scene in Sitsikamma. Tsitsikamma National Park by Samuel Daniell.
SCENE IN SITSIKAMMA. Drawn & Engravd by Samuel Daniell. The Tsitsikamma National Park is a South African national park located in the Western Cape Province.
THE GNOO. Drawn & Engravd by Samuel Daniell.
Wildebeest, also called the gnu. African scenery and animals by Samuel Daniell.
Armed San men about to set off on an expedition. Khoisan Peoples.
Armed San men about to set off on an expedition. Khoisan Peoples of South Africa, by Samuel Daniell.
A Khoisan village on the banks of the Orange River in South Africa.
THE village that appears in this view is at the Orange River, and inhabited a tribe denominated Khoisan, settled on the south bank of that river.
Korana people preparing to remove. Drawn by Samuel Daniell
The Koranna (also Kora, Korana) were a population group in today’s South Africa until the 19th century.
Ethiopia Senegambia. Zulu, Peul.
Traditional Zulu. South Africa. Peul. African tribes. Ethiopia Senegambia.
Auguste Racinet. The Costume History by Françoise Tétart-Vittu.
Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted.
Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. “Some books just scream out to be bought; this is one of them.” ― Vogue.com
The Fabric of Civilization: How Textiles Made the World Paperback – December 7, 2021
by Virginia Postrel (Author)
From Neanderthal string to 3D knitting, an “expansive” global history that highlights “how textiles truly changed the world” (Wall Street Journal)
Fashionpedia - The Visual Dictionary Of Fashion Design
FASHIONPEDIA is a visual fashion dictionary covering all the technical terms from style to material to production with illustrations and infographics. It encompasses rich, extensive information and yet is easy to read. Whether you are an industry insider or a fashion connoisseur, FASHIONPEDIA is all you will ever need to navigate the fashion scene.
Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.
