Arabic document from 17th-century rubbish heap confirms existence of semi-legendary Nubian king

A recent study published in Azania: Archaeological Research in Africa explores new historical evidence of one of pre-colonial ...
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Bringing an early-modern African queen into the limelight

A new four-part Netflix docuseries, “African Queens: Njinga,” tells the story of the 17th-century warrior Queen Njinga, who ruled over the territories of Ndongo and Matamba in present-day Angola.
Artnet

A 17th-Century Double Portrait of Black and White Women, Said to Be of ‘Outstanding Significance’ Will Remain in the U.K.

A remarkably unique 17th-century double portrait depicting a Black and white woman side-by-side as equals will remain in the U.K., it was announced today. It is due to go on display for the public ...
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Rare 17th-Century Painting of Black and White Women Debuts After Export Ban

An exceptionally rare 17th-century painting featuring a Black woman and a white woman side by side has gone on public display for the first time at Compton Verney, a historic manor in the English ...
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The species would have come from West Africa, where it is still common, though reduced in number because of trapping for commercial purposes, 1758

13 3/4" x 9 1/2" sheet ...