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Poster Print : Madimba - Congo - Pipe-smoking lady
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Madimba - Congo - Pipe-smoking lady
A rather powerful looking lady from the Congo, smoking a pipe and carrying a large wicker basket on her head. She is the wife of the Chief of the Mpongo Tribe of Kibweta, Madimba, Congo, Africa. Date: circa 1910s
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Bare Bare Foot Breasted Breasts Carries Chief Congo Feet Pipe Powerful Sarong Scarification Smoker Smokes Straw Wicker
20x30 inch Poster Print
"Introducing the captivating Madimba print from our Media Storehouse collection of poster prints. This evocative image captures the essence of African culture with a powerful portrayal of a lady from the Congo. The wife of the Chief of the Mpongo Tribe, Madimba, exudes strength and grace as she carries a large wicker basket atop her head while taking a leisurely puff on her pipe. This stunning, rights managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online adds a touch of exotic charm and rich cultural history to any space. Order your Madimba poster print today and bring the beauty of Africa into your home or office."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.2cm x 76.8cm (19.4" x 30.2")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the powerful presence of Madimba, the wife of the Chief of the Mpongo Tribe in Kibweta, Congo, Africa. Dating back to the 1910s, the image showcases Madimba's strength and resilience as she confidently smokes a pipe with one hand, while skillfully balancing a large wicker basket filled with provisions on her shaven head. Dressed in a simple yet elegant sarong, her bare feet are adorned with intricate scarification markings, a common practice among the people of the Congo. Her breasts, also adorned with traditional jewelry, are prominently displayed, emphasizing her femininity and motherly role within her community. The Chief's wife carries the weight of her tribe's needs on her shoulders, both literally and figuratively, embodying the strength and determination of African women during this era. The use of natural elements, such as the bare earth and lush greenery in the background, further highlights the connection between the people and their land. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Mpongo Tribe and the remarkable women who played a vital role in their society.
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