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African man with lip plate

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African man with lip plate

An African man from the Zambezi region in Africa, with an extraordinary lip plate, haning from the top of his mouth below his chin. He also wears a series of metal rings around his ankles. The Zambezi (Zambesi) River runs almost the breadth of south central Africa, running through Zambia, DR Congo, Angola, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi and Tanzania

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Adornment Ankles Body C Ulture Chin Extraordinary Mouth Region Rings Staff Zambesi Zambezi Distended


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This image showcases an African man from the Zambezi region, displaying an extraordinary lip plate and a series of metal rings adorning his ankles. The lip plate, hanging from the top of his mouth below his chin, is a traditional adornment that has long been associated with the cultures of this part of Africa. The Zambezi River, a major waterway that runs almost the breadth of south central Africa, flows through several countries including Zambia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Angola, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Malawi. Historically, such lip plates were worn by various ethnic groups in this region as a sign of maturity, status, or tribal affiliation. The man in the photograph also wears a staff, possibly a ceremonial one, adding to the sense of tradition and cultural significance. The intricately designed metal rings on his ankles are another example of the rich body art and adornment practices of African cultures. This image offers a glimpse into the fascinating history and diverse traditions of the African continent.

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