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Canvas Print : Democratic Republic of Congo - Women in Brazzaville
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Democratic Republic of Congo - Women in Brazzaville
Democratic Republic of Congo - Women in Brazzaville illustrating all of the variant tribes living in the city. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11579055
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Brazzaville Congo Congolese Democratic Dresses Outfits Tribes Variant
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Discover the vibrant culture and rich history of the Democratic Republic of Congo with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "Women in Brazzaville" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the diverse beauty of the various tribes living in the city during the 1910s. Each canvas print is expertly crafted using premium materials and high-definition printing techniques, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Transport yourself to another world with this beautiful and intriguing piece of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 33.2cm (20" x 13.1")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 photograph, taken in the Democratic Republic of Congo's capital city of Brazzaville during the 1910s, showcases a vibrant gathering of Congolese women representing the diverse tribes that once coexisted harmoniously within the city's borders. The image offers a historical glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Central Africa, a continent known for its intricate and diverse traditional attire. The women in this photograph are dressed in their unique and stunning outfits, each reflecting the distinct characteristics of their respective tribes. Some wear elaborate headpieces adorned with beads, feathers, and other natural materials, while others don colorful wraparound skirts and intricately designed blouses. The women's confident and proud demeanor adds to the allure of the photograph, as they gather together in a display of unity and sisterhood. Brazzaville, located on the Congo River, was a melting pot of various Congolese tribes during the early 20th century. This photograph serves as a testament to the city's rich cultural diversity, which was shaped by the intermingling of different communities. The Congo Free State, established in 1885, had a significant impact on the region, leading to the influx of various ethnic groups into the city. Despite the challenges and hardships faced by the Congolese people during this period, this photograph offers a rare and beautiful reminder of the strength, resilience, and vibrancy of the women of Brazzaville and the Democratic Republic of Congo as a whole. Their traditional outfits, which continue to inspire contemporary fashion and design, are a testament to the enduring legacy of Congolese culture and history.
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