Framed Print : Racial / C Africa / Loango
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Racial / C Africa / Loango
A Central African couple from Loango in the Congo
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Media ID 4362792
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10117980
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Racial / C Africa / Loango" framed print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece showcases a Central African couple from Loango in the Congo, captured in a moment of connection and intimacy. The rich, vibrant colors and intricate details of this rights-managed image are beautifully preserved behind the durable glass of the frame, making it a stunning addition to any home or office space. Embrace the beauty and diversity of the world with this evocative and thought-provoking piece.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the intimate moment between a Central African couple from the Loango region in the Congo, circa 1700. The image, a poignant reminder of Africa's rich and complex history, transports us back in time to an era long before the intrusion of colonial powers. The couple, dressed in traditional attire, exudes a sense of tranquility and connection as they gaze into each other's eyes. The woman, adorned with intricate beadwork and a vibrant headwrap, holds a small child in her arms, while the man, with his distinctive hairstyle and body scarifications, stands protectively behind her. The Loango people, also known as the Louango, were a Bantu-speaking ethnic group who inhabited the Loango Coast, a stretch of land along the Atlantic Ocean in present-day Gabon. They were renowned for their unique cultural practices, including their complex social structures, spiritual beliefs, and artistic traditions. This photograph, a rare glimpse into the past, offers a glimpse into the lives of these fascinating people and their way of life. It serves as a reminder of the diversity and richness of African history, a history that is often overlooked or misunderstood in the Western narrative. The photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the histories and cultures of marginalized communities. It invites us to reflect on the complexities of human history and the connections that bind us all, regardless of race or ethnicity.
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