Equator Collection (#6)

Niare, the Wild Bull of Equatorial Africa, Bos brachicheros (engraving)
2796636 Niare, the Wild Bull of Equatorial Africa, Bos brachicheros (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Niare, the Wild Bull of Equatorial Africa)

Native tossed by a Wild Bull (engraving)
2796634 Native tossed by a Wild Bull (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Native tossed by a Wild Bull)

White-Fronted Wild Hog, Potamochaerus albifrons (engraving)
2796620 White-Fronted Wild Hog, Potamochaerus albifrons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: White-Fronted Wild Hog, Potamochaerus albifrons)

Nshiego Mbouve in his Shelter (engraving)
2796619 Nshiego Mbouve in his Shelter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nshiego Mbouve in his Shelter)

Crocodile-Hunting on Lake Anengue (engraving)
2796631 Crocodile-Hunting on Lake Anengue (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crocodile-Hunting on Lake Anengue)

A Snowstorm on Cotocachi (engraving)
6010804 A Snowstorm on Cotocachi (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Snowstorm on Cotocachi)

Caliph Mamun Makes the First Measurement of the Equator (chromolitho)
734857 Caliph Mamun Makes the First Measurement of the Equator (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ouganga exorcising a Sorcerer (engraving)
2796629 Ouganga exorcising a Sorcerer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ouganga exorcising a Sorcerer)

The Whale looking for the Stute Fish, illustration from
STC405558 The Whale looking for the Stute Fish, illustration from Just So Stories for Little Children by Rudyard Kipling, pub

The Kooloo-Kamba (engraving)
973465 The Kooloo-Kamba (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kooloo-Kamba. Illustration for Explorations)

The Gorilla, frontispiece for Explorations and Adventures in Equatorial Africa by Paul B du Chaillu (engraving)
973469 The Gorilla, frontispiece for Explorations and Adventures in Equatorial Africa by Paul B du Chaillu (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gorilla)

My first gorilla (engraving)
973466 My first gorilla (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: My first gorilla. Illustration for Explorations)

Death of the Gorilla (engraving)
973462 Death of the Gorilla (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of the Gorilla)

Columbus monument (engraving)
669451 Columbus monument (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Columbus monument. Designed for the Chicago Exhibition)

Skulls from photographs (engraving)
973464 Skulls from photographs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Skulls from photographs)

Little Billee (engraving)
3655186 Little Billee (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little Billee. Illustration for Illustrated British Ballads Old)

Planisphaerii Coelestis Hemisphaerium Septentrionale, from Atlas Coelestis, pub
3075762 Planisphaerii Coelestis Hemisphaerium Septentrionale, from Atlas Coelestis, pub. 1706 (hand coloured engraving) by Allard

Crossing the Line (engraving)
3625180 Crossing the Line (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crossing the Line. Illustration for Chatterbox (1879)

Reception at Goumbi (engraving)
2796628 Reception at Goumbi (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reception at Goumbi)

The Duke of York crossing the Equator, during his journey to Australia, aboard the Renown (colour litho)
2777778 The Duke of York crossing the Equator, during his journey to Australia, aboard the Renown (colour litho) by Beltrame

Map of Africa (hand-coloured engraving)
619429 Map of Africa (hand-coloured engraving) by Speed, John (1552-1629); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Crossing the Line (dressing up on crossing the Equator)
489271 Crossing the Line (dressing up on crossing the Equator), from A Picturesque Journey to India, by the Way of China, 1810 (colour litho) by Daniell

Distribution of flora and fauna across the world (engraving)
3657035 Distribution of flora and fauna across the world (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Distribution of flora and fauna across the world)

Vernal Equinox, Plate 2 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, pub
3075758 Vernal Equinox, Plate 2 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, pub. 1674 (hand coloured engraving) by Pardies

The Fishermen of Negombo, Sri Lanka - A life of Sacrifice © Nora de Angelli / www. noraphotos. com
Nora De Angelli

The beach near Sao Pedro. Island Sao Vicente, Cape Verde

Coastal landscape near Calhau. Island Sao Vicente, Cape Verde

View of Marina and Porto Grande. City Mindelo, a seaport on the island Sao Vicente, Cape Verde. Africa

Rua de Praia or Avenida da Republica with old townhouses of trading companies (armazens). City Mindelo, a seaport on the island Sao Vicente, Cape Verde. Africa

Traditional fishing boats on the beach of the harbor, landmark Torre de Belem in the background. City Mindelo, a seaport on the island Sao Vicente, Cape Verde. Africa

City view and view over marina and harbor. City Mindelo, a seaport on the island Sao Vicente, Cape Verde. Africa

City view. City Mindelo, a seaport on the island Sao Vicente, Cape Verde. Africa

Papaya in valley Ribeira da Torre on the island Santo Antao, Cape Verde

Harvesting sugarcane. Valley Ribeira do Paul on the island Santo Antao, Cape Verde

Harbor with traditional colorful fishing boats. Town Ponta do Sol, Island Santo Antao, Cape Verde

Duke of York - Order of the Equatorial Shave
The Duke and Duchess of York left London on 6th January 1927 to head to Australia to open the new Parliament Buildings at Canberra They sailed on HMS Renown, a battle-cruiser

FRENCH EQUATOR BAPTISM
Bapteme sous la ligne - Neptune presides over a baptism ceremony as a French naval vessel crosses the line Date: circa 1840

PARALLELS OF LONGITUDE
Parallels of longitude, relative to the Equator Date: circa 1690

CUSTOMS / EQUATOR
Crossing-the-line ceremony on an English Indiaman sailing vessel, en route to India Date: 1859

The southern sky engraving 1896
The southern sky - south of the celestial equator engraving 1896

World Map Climate Chart, 1902. Creator: Unknown
World Map Climate Chart, 1902. From The Century Atlas of the World. [John Walker & Co, Ltd. London, 1902]

Planisphaerii Coelestis Hemisphaerium Septentrionale, 1706
Planisphaerii Coelestis Hemisphaerium Septentrionale, from Atlas Coelestis, pub. 1706 (hand coloured engraving)

Winter Solstice, Plate 5 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, 1674
Winter Solstice, Plate 5 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, Ignace-Gaston Pardies, pub. 1674 (hand coloured engraving)

Vernal Equinox, Plate 2 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, 1674
Vernal Equinox, Plate 2 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, Ignace-Gaston Pardies, pub. 1674 (hand coloured engraving)

compass rose, equator, indian ocean, international dateline, map, melanesia, micronesia, new zealand, no people, oceania, pacific ocean, polynesia, relief map, topography, tropic of capricorn

Tabula secundum accurata Ventorum veterem et nova [m] dispositione [m] ac nomenclature [m] (Table of the winds according to the old and new layout and nomenclature)

Wild Flowers
Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

3D rendering of planet Earth with clouds, Oceania view

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"Journey Across the Equator: Exploring Nature, Art, and Culture" Embark on a captivating adventure as we traverse the equator, where nature's wonders and human creativity intertwine. At Gardens by the Bay in Singapore, witness an enchanting spectacle at the Supertree Grove light show. These towering structures illuminate the night sky, showcasing mankind's harmonious blend with nature. Immerse yourself in Henri Rousseau's masterpiece "The Equatorial Jungle. " Painted in 1909, this canvas transports us to lush greenery teeming with exotic wildlife, capturing the essence of life along the equator. As dawn breaks over Kibo Peak's Crater Rim on Mount Kilimanjaro, marvel at a breathtaking sunrise that paints the sky with vibrant hues. This majestic African landmark stands tall amidst diverse landscapes found near Earth's middle belt. Delve into Africa's rich history through maps revealing its most recent discoveries and Vasco da Gama's route around Africa during the 1400s. These cartographic treasures offer glimpses into explorations that shaped our understanding of this vast continent. Venture further south to Peru and explore a map from 1683 by Mallet. It unveils intricate details of Peru’s geography while highlighting how civilizations thrived near or crossed paths with this imaginary line dividing our planet. Experience East Africa’s raw beauty at Kidepo National Park in Uganda. The savanna stretches endlessly under golden sunlight—a testament to Mother Nature’s magnificence within equatorial regions. Celebrate cultural diversity as Ugandan dance groups captivate audiences at FESPAD pan-African dance festival held in Gisenyi, Rwanda. Here lies proof that art knows no boundaries when it comes to sharing traditions across nations connected by this invisible line encircling our globe. Lastly, journey back in time through a color lithograph map depicting treaty boundaries across Africa from 1891.