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Historical photographs & visual records

Ethiopian icon depicting St. George, Institute of Ethiopian Studies, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

1970

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Cataloged as “Ethiopian icon depicting St. George, Institute of Ethiopian Studies, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia” (Photographs; Slides (photographs); Color slides).

Smithsonian Eliot Elisofon Photographic Archives, National Museum of African ArtCatalog EEPA.1999-005, Item EEPA 1999-050001
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"Ethiopian Lady" by Terhas Iyassu", Eritrea

1995

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Cataloged as “"Ethiopian Lady" by Terhas Iyassu", Eritrea” (Negatives (photographic)).

Smithsonian Eliot Elisofon Photographic Archives, National Museum of African ArtCatalog EEPA.2007-003, Item EEPA 2007-003-0548
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Ethiopian pheasant at the side of the road, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia

2010-10-01

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Original Carousel 24, slide 55.

Smithsonian Eliot Elisofon Photographic Archives, National Museum of African ArtCatalog EEPA.2020-001, Item EEPA 2020-001-3003
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Ethiopian poinsettia plant, Lalibela, Ethiopia

2010-09-26

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Gypaetus Barbatus, vulture associated with cliffs and mountains, rare in Ethiopia Original Carousel 20, slide 56.

Smithsonian Eliot Elisofon Photographic Archives, National Museum of African ArtCatalog EEPA.2020-001, Item EEPA 2020-001-2453
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Ethiopian spris, Nechisar National Park, Ārba Minch', Ethiopia

2010-10-12

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Drink made of pureed avocado Original Carousel 27, slide 116.

Smithsonian Eliot Elisofon Photographic Archives, National Museum of African ArtCatalog EEPA.2020-001, Item EEPA 2020-001-3434
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Ethiopian stone columns of Phallic form, Cross River, Nigeria

1969-06

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Original text on slide reads, "Ethiopian stone columns of Phallic form. Height- 6 feet. Soddu- Province of Wolamu, South Ethiopia".

Smithsonian Eliot Elisofon Photographic Archives, National Museum of African ArtCatalog EEPA.2005-002, Item EEPA 2015-015-1131
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Éthiopie, Addis Abeba Entrée du "Ghébi."

ca. 1926

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Printed caption on recto reads: "Éthiopie, Addis Abeba: Entrée du 'Ghébi'." Translated caption reads: "Ethiopia, Addis Ababa: Entrance of the 'Ghebi'." Item number on recto: "2." Postmarked postage stamp on recto.

Smithsonian Eliot Elisofon Photographic Archives, National Museum of African ArtCatalog EEPA.1985-014, Item EEPA EA 2010-025-0096
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Éthiopie, Addis Abeba Marché aux Bois

ca. 1926

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Printed caption on recto reads: "15. Éthiopie - Addis-Abeba; Marché aux Bois." Translated caption reads: "15. Ethiopia - Addis Ababa; Wood Market." Postmarked postage stamp on recto.

Smithsonian Eliot Elisofon Photographic Archives, National Museum of African ArtCatalog EEPA.1985-014, Item EEPA ET 2010-025-0097
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Éthiopie, Addis Abeba Place du Marché, Maisons Commerciales

ca. 1926

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Printed caption on recto reads: "22. Éthiopie - Addis-Abeba; Place du Marché, Maisons Commerciales." Translated caption reads: "22. Ethiopia - Addis Ababa; Market Square, Trade Houses. " Postmarked postage stamp on recto.

Smithsonian Eliot Elisofon Photographic Archives, National Museum of African ArtCatalog EEPA.1985-014, Item EEPA ET 2010-025-0098
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Éthiopie, Addis Abeba Un carrefour près du "Ghébi."

ca. 1926

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Printed caption on recto reads: "Éthiopie, Addis Abeba: Un Carrefour Près du 'Ghébi'." Translated caption reads: "Ethiopia, Addis Ababa: A crossroad near the "Ghebi." Item number on recto: "8." Postmarked postage stamp on recto.

Smithsonian Eliot Elisofon Photographic Archives, National Museum of African ArtCatalog EEPA.1985-014, Item EEPA EA 2010-025-0099
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Historical photographs & documents

Ethnic Notions

1986

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Documentary film directed by Marlon Riggs.

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and CultureCatalog sova.nmaahc.a2012.79.av_ref353
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Music

Etika

1990–2019

Desmond Daniel Amofah (May 12, 1990 – c. June 19, 2019), better known as Etika, was an American YouTuber and live streamer. Amofah became known online for his dramatic reactions to Super Smash Bros. character trailers, Nintendo Direct presentations, and…

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Music

Etta Baker

1913–2006

Etta Baker (March 31, 1913 – September 23, 2006) was an American Piedmont blues guitarist and singer from North Carolina.

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Music

Etta James

1938–2012

Jamesetta Hawkins (January 25, 1938 – January 20, 2012), known professionally as Etta James, was an American singer and songwriter. Starting her career in 1954, James frequently performed in Nashville's R&B clubs, collectively known in the 1940s, 1950s and…

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gelatin silver prints

Etta James, 1991

1991

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A black-and-white photograph of Etta James singing at a performance in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. She is wearing a black dress, holding the microphone with her left hand, and her right hand is raised above her head.

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and CultureCatalog 2012.164.13
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Music

Etta Jones

1928–2001

Etta Jones (November 25, 1928 – October 16, 2001) was an American jazz singer. Her best-known recordings are "Don't Go to Strangers" and "Save Your Love for Me". She worked with Buddy Johnson, Oliver Nelson, Earl Hines, Barney Bigard, Gene Ammons, Kenny…

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Photographs and Still Images

Etta Jones, 1989

1989

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A black-and-white photograph of jazz singer Etta Jones singing at a performance in Hollywood, FL. She is photographed at a low angle and from the right. She holds the microphone in her left hand and has her eyes closed while singing. She wears a sequined…

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and CultureCatalog 2012.164.144
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Film & Television

Etta Moten Barnett

1901–2004

Etta Moten Barnett (November 5, 1901 – January 2, 2004) was an American actress and contralto vocalist, who was identified with her signature role of "Bess" in Porgy and Bess. She created new roles for African-American women on stage and screen. After her…

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Music

Etterlene DeBarge

1935–2024

Etterlene Louise Rodriguez (previously DeBarge, née Abney; October 13, 1935 – February 16, 2024) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and the matriarch of the American R&B/soul vocal group DeBarge. She was the author of Other Side of the Pain, which…

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Arts & Performance

Eubha Akilade

1998–

Eubha Akilade ( AY-və AK-ə-LAH-dee; born 27 June 1998) is a Scottish actress, dancer, and filmmaker. On television, she is known for her roles in the CBBC series Eve (2015–2017), the Hulu series Find Me in Paris (2018–2020) and the BBC One series Shetland…

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Visual Arts

Eubie Blake

1981

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A three dimensional original portrait bust sculpture of Eubie Blake by the artist, Bobbiegita Walker. Made of high-fired stoneware clay, the bust (a) is complete with eye glasses (b), and depicts Blake wearing a collared shirt and tie. It is about 30…

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and CultureCatalog 2011.128.1ab
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Music

Eubie Blake

1887–1983

James Hubert "Eubie" Blake (February 7, 1887 – February 12, 1983) was an American pianist and composer of ragtime, jazz, and popular music. Blake began his career in 1912, and during World War I he worked in partnership with the singer, drummer, and…

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record covers

Eubie Blake: Rags to Classics

1985

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LP featuring the music of Eubie Blake. Produced by Stash Records and released after his death in 1985. The record covers showcases an older Blake seated at the piano, playing and smiling into the camera.

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and CultureCatalog 2011.149.6ab
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