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Sketch of two ladies, one in a long black and white dress and the other in a white dress with black pattern.

A depiction of slaves (rebels) forcing the retreat of European soldiers near Mahaica Fort in Demerara, Guyana, during the Demerara Rebellion of 1823.

Enslaved persons including a topless woman and two children are being inspected by propective buyers at a 'slave auction'. Paraphernalia for branding the slaves are in the foreground.

A slave auction taking place near along the harbour. Seen in the background is a ship, possibly belonging to one of the men selling or making purchases.

"Two holes at back for coons to be thrust through and chained to a bard embedded in the masonry."

Three enslaved Africans chatting among themselves in a relaxed mood. A turkey is beside them.

Drawing of slave dwellings near a mountainous region.

Enslaved Africans dancing to the sounds of the drum and percussion instruments being played by their compatriots.