Woningen in een Banzadorp nabij Bogolo 1896

"Woningen in een Banzadorp nabij Bogolo" is a black and white photograph by Franz Thonner, dating back to 1896. The image depicts a tranquil scene of traditional homes nestled amongst lush greenery, likely in a village near Bogolo, a location in the Belgian Congo. Thonner, a Belgian photographer, is renowned for his documentation of the Congo region during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, offering a glimpse into the lives and landscapes of its inhabitants. This photograph, though small in size, provides valuable historical and ethnographic insight into the architectural styles and living conditions in the Congo during this period.