Africa (continent)
Subject
Subject Source: Local sources
Found in 20051 Collections and/or Records:
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[Sphinz at Giza], 1860 - 1869
Item
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3022B/91
Scope and Contents
232 x 202 mm.
Dates:
1860 - 1869
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Views of India
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Sphynx and Great Pyramid, Mar 1921, 1921-03
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 20/2/1/378
Scope and Contents
85 x 60 mm.
Dates:
1921-03
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Fonds
Spicer Simson photographs of the Gambia River Survey 1911-1912
Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30447D
Scope and Contents
An album of photographs measuring, unless otherwise stated, 80 x 55 mm. Following the photographs are seven neatly handwritten pages containing some facts and figures about the Gambia and the note quoted below. All are captioned and short descriptive notes have been given where appropriate. A few details have been added from the Gambia Blue Books and Who's Who (1943).The Survey of the Gambia River is described in the following extract from the album:'Lieutenant G. Spicer...
Dates:
1911 - 1912
Conditions Governing Access:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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[Spinning class, Jeanes School, Lusaka, Zambia, 1940s], 1940 - 1949
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011U/480
Scope and Contents
The typewritten caption on the reverse reads 'And even the gentle art of spinning'.
Dates:
1940 - 1949
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Spinning cotton, Keta, 1939
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448K/40
Scope and Contents
The negative envelope is numbered '18'.
Dates:
1939
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Spinning cotton, Keta, 1939
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y30448K/41
Scope and Contents
The negative envelope is numbered '18'.
Dates:
1939
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Spion Kop, 1901
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3058H/16-18
Scope and Contents
115 x 95 mm. Three images of a grazing horse, probably that ridden by the mounted officer in Y3058H/15.
Dates:
1901
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Vryheid, South Africa
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Spion Kop, 1901
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3058H/22
Scope and Contents
115 x 95 mm. Officer mounted on horse.
Dates:
1901
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Vryheid, South Africa
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Spirit offerings, 1930 - 1950
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y304Q/6/1/1/65
Scope and Contents
210 x 160 mm. The caption continues: 'Every cave in Zanzibar contains one or more 'Mzimu' or spirits who must be treated with great respect by those who use the cave, to fetch water etc. The picture shows offerings of one kind and another made to the spirit of a cave.'
Dates:
1930 - 1950
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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[Split-cane and palm bed], 1935 - 1936
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y304N/82
Scope and Contents
The caption to the right of the photograph reads: 'This type of bed is used by the Azande - Bangwa - and Mangbetu tribes. Made from split cane and palm. Beside it is a calibash water pipe. These have ridiculously small bowls, and the tobacco is burnt out after a moments smoking'.
Dates:
1935 - 1936
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Splitting nuts, 1920 - 1927
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3047B/49
Scope and Contents
135 x 78 mm. A view showing an African at work splitting coconuts (out of focus), with piles of split coconuts in the foreground.
Dates:
1920 - 1927
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Fonds
Spooner album of Uganda
Fonds
Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3045D
Scope and Contents
Album inscribed inside the front cover 'To F. Jackson Esqre C.B. In remembrance of a very nice sojourn in the Uganda Protectorate with the compliments of the author by T.J. Spooner late of the Uganda Rly.' The album was given to H.B. Thomas by Lady Jackson in the 1960s (see Y3046A). The photographs are captioned by Spooner, with further details added in some cases by H.B. Thomas. Most of them show scenes on Lake Victoria, but 11 is of the Mutiny Memorial at Bukaleba, and the proof of an...
Dates:
1901
Conditions Governing Access:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Found in:
Cambridge University Library
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Spoons for sale in Jijjajeri market, 1941-02-11
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3043BB/380
Scope and Contents
62 x 40 mm. The maker had his wares all set out in rows and priced according to size and design, from a halfpenny to one and a halfpenny each. They far outdo the cheap European spoons as they are cheaper, lighter and easily cleaned and float on top of the milk whereas spoons either have to be placed on the ground or sink to the bottom of a milk filled calabash.
Dates:
1941-02-11
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Sporting trophies [1906?], 1906
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Y3011C/79
Scope and Contents
Showing a European group posed with elephant tusks, animal skins and antelope skulls. Bell is seated in the centre with Frank Burton on the ground at the front. The figure at the left is possibly Frederick Knowles. The remaining man is unidentified.
Dates:
1906
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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[Sports], 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/387
Scope and Contents
55 x 45 mm. Showing a man competing in the long jump, surrounded by spectators.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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[Sports], 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/388
Scope and Contents
60 x 60 mm. Showing a man climbing a pole, surrounded by spectators.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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[Sports], 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/400
Scope and Contents
55 x 40 mm. Showing three children competing in a sack race.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
[Sports], 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/401
Scope and Contents
55 x 60 mm. Showing a man competing in the long jump, surrounded by spectators.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
Sports at Gabeit, 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/9
Scope and Contents
135 x 85 mm. Showing a group with shields and sticks sat on the ground.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Sports at Gabeit, 1930 - 1937
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/10
Scope and Contents
110 x 65 mm. Showing two men using shields and swords. There is another sat on the floor with a round drum.
Dates:
1930 - 1937
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
Sports at Gabeit, 1933 - 1935
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/323
Scope and Contents
60 x 60 mm. Showing a group mounted on camels, and spectators.
Dates:
1933 - 1935
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
Sports at Gabeit, 1933 - 1935
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/324
Scope and Contents
135 x 95 mm. Showing a line of men carrying sticks and shields, apparently about to start a race. There are many spectators in white robes in the background.
Dates:
1933 - 1935
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
Sports at Gabeit, 1933 - 1935
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/325
Scope and Contents
60 x 60 mm. Showing men with shields seated on the ground. Spectators are crowded around.
Dates:
1933 - 1935
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Sports at Gabeit, 1933 - 1935
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/326
Scope and Contents
110 x 120 mm. Two men stood, one has a shield.
Dates:
1933 - 1935
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
Item
Sports at Gabeit, 1933 - 1935
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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/RCMS 120/1/1/327
Scope and Contents
110 x 120 mm. Showing men with shields seated on the ground. Spectators are crowded around.
Dates:
1933 - 1935
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).