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Coconut seller, Sierra Leone
Coconut seller carries his wares on his head, on Goderich Beach, Sierra Leone, West Africa Date: circa 1982
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Media ID 19534413
© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1982 Carry Coconut Eighties Fante Freetown Goderich Hawker Leone Seller Selling Sierra Smile Trader Vendor
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the vibrant colors and rich culture of Sierra Leone into your home with our exquisite Fine Art Print of a Coconut Seller, available through Media Storehouse and Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, captured circa 1982 on Goderich Beach, showcases the resilient spirit and daily life of West Africa. The intricate details of the coconut seller's expression and traditional attire are brought to life in this stunning, high-quality print. Add a touch of worldly charm to your decor and transport yourself to another place and time with this beautiful work of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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In this evocative photograph taken in the late 1980s, a coconut seller proudly displays his wares on Goderich Beach in Sierra Leone, West Africa. Dressed in a simple t-shirt and shorts, the seller expertly balances a towering stack of coconuts on his head, their green husks glistening in the sun. With a broad, happy smile on his face, he engages with potential customers, beckoning them closer with an outstretched hand. The vibrant colors and textures of the scene are a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Sierra Leone and the resilience of its people. The white sandy beach, dotted with palm trees, stretches out behind the seller, providing a serene backdrop to the bustling activity of the market. In the distance, the blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean sparkle in the sunlight. The seller's traditional Fante carrying basket, with its intricate weaving and bold patterns, adds to the visual appeal of the image. This method of carrying heavy loads on the head is a common practice in West Africa, and is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the people. Despite the challenges that Sierra Leone faced during the 1980s, including a civil war that began in 1991, the country's people continued to find ways to make a living and provide for their families. The image of the coconut seller on Goderich Beach is a reminder of the strength and resilience of the Fante people and the vibrant culture of Sierra Leone. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of daily life in a West African community, and invites us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of the world around us.
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