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Christian worship among the Krobo people in a plantation in the Gold Coast (colour photo)
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Christian worship among the Krobo people in a plantation in the Gold Coast (colour photo)
3093005 Christian worship among the Krobo people in a plantation in the Gold Coast (colour photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christian worship among the Krobo people in a plantation in the Gold Coast. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
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This vibrant color photograph captures a moment of Christian worship among the Krobo people in a plantation in the Gold Coast. Taken by an anonymous German photographer in the early 20th century, this image showcases the intersection of religion, culture, and colonialism. In this open-air setting surrounded by towering palm trees, Ghanaian worshippers gather to participate in a religious service led by a missionary preacher. The scene is filled with devout Christians engaged in prayer and listening attentively to the sermon being delivered. The photo provides insight into the spread of Christianity during this time period, as well as its impact on local communities. It highlights how faith can transcend borders and bring together diverse groups of people under one shared belief system. The presence of postcards featuring such scenes suggests that these images were disseminated widely, potentially serving as tools for evangelization or documentation purposes. This particular print is part of a private collection but has found its way into public view through Fine Art Finder's platform. Ultimately, this photograph serves as both a historical record and an artistic representation of Christian worship among the Krobo people in colonial-era Gold Coast (now known as Ghana). It invites viewers to contemplate themes such as religion, cultural exchange, and power dynamics within colonial contexts while appreciating the beauty captured by Bridgeman Images' expert photography skills.
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