Juliana, the mother of the current queen of The Netherlands (Beatrix), had a basenji, Sarah. Probably a gift from her husband Bernhard, who was a real aficionado of all things African. I found a few pictures on the web. I believe it's the 60's and 70's.
Royal dog
LOL!! That dog must be camera shy, not one picture of his head!
LOL!! That dog must be camera shy, not one picture of his head!
on this link: http://basenji-shahrans-heartbreaker-nl.sitementrix.com/bijzonder_nl.html you can find a better picture. 
Great the see Zara full in the face - interesting that the basenji didn't become very popular, as Juliana was a much loved 'mother of the nation'.
That must be a Basenji's dream, living in Royalty. I swear these dogs cannot be overspoiled, they keep demanding more. 
Nice gallery! Does anyone know this Basenji's pedigree?
I think it's awesome that he doesn't stop pulling , so typically basenji, not even for a royal picture!!!!!
That must be a Basenji's dream, living in Royalty. I swear these dogs cannot be overspoiled, they keep demanding more.
I'm not royalty but my Basenji lives like it. (-:
Fula Nzara of the Congo was sired by Fulaflyaway of the Congo and my dogs are related through him. Queen Juliana was a patron of our club - the Basenji Owners and Breeders Association. It was wonderful to see the pictures, thank you for posting them.