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Congo, Africa - Terrifying Warrior with bullet piercings
A Bougbou Tribesman from the region close to the start of the Kotto, a major tributary of the Ubangi right bank, so a sub-tributary of the Congo River - Congo, Central Africa - Terrifying (pre-punk!) Warrior with bullet piercings and forehead scarification. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14380694
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Earring Facial Gaze Lips Menace Menacing Pierced Piercing Scarification Scarred Scarring Scars Tribesman Warrior
20x30 inch Poster Print
Experience the raw power and intensity of African culture with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases a Terrifying Warrior from the Bougbou Tribe, hailing from the region near the Kotto tributary in Central Africa, a major sub-tributary of the Congo River. The warrior's intriguing facial expression, adorned with bullet piercings, is a testament to the rich and complex history of this region. Bring the mystery and allure of Africa into your home or office space with our high-quality poster prints, perfect for adding depth and character to any room.
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 49cm x 76.8cm (19.3" 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.
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a fierce and intimidating warrior from the Bougbou Tribe of Central Africa stands proudly before the camera. The man, adorned with intricate scarifications and piercings, gazes directly into the lens with a steely and unyielding gaze. His lips are pierced with large rings, and his ears bear the weight of heavy earrings. The scars on his forehead and cheeks, the result of tribal rituals and rites of passage, add to his menacing appearance. The Bougbou Tribe inhabits the region close to the start of the Kotto, a major sub-tributary that flows into the Ubangi River, which in turn is a significant tributary of the mighty Congo River. The photograph was likely taken in the 1910s, a time when European explorers and colonizers were making their way into the heart of Africa, documenting the diverse and complex cultures they encountered. The warrior's piercings and scarifications were not merely decorative, but rather served as symbols of his status, power, and identity within his community. These practices were deeply rooted in the Bougbou Tribe's rich cultural heritage and were passed down from generation to generation. The photograph offers a glimpse into a world that has largely disappeared, a world where traditional customs and beliefs held sway, and where the human body was a canvas for the expression of cultural identity. Despite the passage of time and the many changes that have taken place in Central Africa, the image of this terrifying warrior remains a powerful reminder of the resilience and strength of Africa's indigenous peoples, and the importance of preserving their cultural heritage for future generations.
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