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Voodoo Charm
A Louisiana planter finds a Voodoo charm, much to the alarm of his black workers who tell him if he takes the steamboat to New Orleans, it will surely sink (it didn t !) Date: 1886
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1886 Alarm Charm Finds Louisiana Orleans Planter Sects Sink Steam Boat Surely Takes Didn Voo Doo
14"x11" Photo Print
Step into the captivating world of history with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints, featuring the intriguing image of "Voodoo Charm" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph, dating back to 1886, captures a Louisiana plantation owner holding a Voodoo charm, an artifact that once belonged to the mysterious and complex culture of the region's enslaved population. The workers' warnings of impending doom if the steamboat is taken to New Orleans add an air of intrigue and adventure to this fascinating glimpse into the past. Bring this piece of history into your home and let the story unfold as you ponder the significance of this enigmatic charm.
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Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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
In the heart of Louisiana's rich agricultural landscape, the year was 1886. Amidst the lush greenery and the steady hum of labor, a local planter, known for his substantial wealth and prominent status, made an unexpected discovery. One fateful day, as he tended to his land, he stumbled upon an intricately carved Voodoo charm, its dark and mysterious symbols etched into the wood. The planter's black workers, steeped in the traditions of their ancestral faiths, were quick to recognize the significance of the talisman. They warned their master in hushed tones, their eyes wide with alarm. If he dared to take the steamboat to New Orleans, the city known for its vibrant Voodoo sects, the vessel would surely sink, they prophesied. The planter, a skeptic of such superstitions, dismissed their warnings as mere folklore. He saw no reason to abandon his plans to travel to New Orleans for business matters. Undeterred by the workers' tales, he boarded the steamboat with a sense of defiance. As the steamboat chugged along the mighty Mississippi River, the planter's confidence grew. He scoffed at the workers' beliefs, convinced that their fears were unfounded. But as the journey progressed, the weather took a turn for the worse. Dark clouds gathered on the horizon, and the waters grew choppy. Despite the ominous signs, the planter remained unperturbed. He stood on the deck, watching the stormy waters with a smirk on his face. But as the steamboat began to list dangerously, the planter's smirk turned to fear. The workers' warnings, once dismissed as mere superstition, now seemed all too real. In the end, the steamboat did not sink. The storm passed, and the vessel reached New Orleans safely. The planter, however, was forever changed by the experience. He came to realize that the beliefs and traditions of his workers were not to be underestimated. And so, he learned to respect the rich cultural tapestry of Louisiana, its diverse faiths, and the wisdom of its people.
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