Photographic Print : Zulu & Cleft Stick
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Zulu & Cleft Stick
A Zulu courier running, carrying a message in a cleft stick
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1879 Cleft Courier Message Postal Running Stick Zulu
14"x11" Photo Print
Bring the vibrant and rich history of the Zulu people into your home with our exquisite photographic print, "Zulu & Cleft Stick," from the Media Storehouse collection, sourced through Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image showcases a Zulu courier in mid-run, skillfully balancing a message on a cleft stick. This print is not just a work of art, but a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the culture and traditions of the Zulu nation. With its stunning detail and authenticity, this print is sure to make a bold and beautiful addition to any wall.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
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 landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the moment of determination and focus on the face of a Zulu courier as he runs with unwavering speed, carrying a precious message within the hollowed-out cleft of a stick. Dated back to 1879, this image offers a glimpse into the rich history of communication methods used by the Zulu people during a time of significant upheaval. The Zulu Empire, located in present-day South Africa, was a powerful and complex society known for its advanced military tactics and sophisticated social structures. In the absence of a formal postal system, the Zulu people relied on a network of skilled runners, known as "amagqasho," to deliver messages and information across vast distances. These couriers, like the one depicted in the photograph, would carry messages wrapped in animal skins or hidden within the hollowed-out clefts of sticks, using their exceptional running abilities to outmaneuver potential threats and ensure the safe delivery of their messages. The year 1879 marked a pivotal moment in Zulu history, as the British Empire, led by Lord Chelmsford, invaded the Zulu Kingdom in an attempt to expand its territorial holdings. This photograph likely documents the intense and chaotic period of conflict, with the courier's urgent run representing the vital role these messengers played in maintaining the communication lines between the various Zulu leaders and their forces. This photograph not only showcases the remarkable physical endurance and dedication of the Zulu courier but also highlights the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Zulu people in developing effective communication methods during a time of war and change.
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