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Making palm oil in Dahomey, c. 1900 (b / w photo)
XIR213153 Making palm oil in Dahomey, c.1900 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: fabrication de l huile de palme au Dahomey; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12707927
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Bending Checking Half Nude Palm Tree Squatting
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This captivating black and white image, "Making palm oil in Dahomey, c.1900" by a French photographer, transports you back in time. Witness the intricate process of palm oil production in Dahomey, as documented in this rare and fascinating 20th-century photograph. Our high-quality canvas prints faithfully reproduce the fine details and textures of this historic image, adding an elegant and timeless touch to any space. Order now and experience the rich history of Dahomey in your own home.
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 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, titled "Making palm oil in Dahomey, c. 1900" transports us back to a bygone era in West Africa. Taken by an anonymous French photographer from the 20th century, this image captures a significant aspect of daily life in what is now Benin. In the foreground, we see a group of native men and women engaged in the laborious process of fabricating palm oil. With their bodies half-nude under the scorching sun, they squat and bend amidst towering palm trees. Their dark skin glistens with sweat as they meticulously check palm kernels for quality. The scene exudes both strength and resilience as these individuals work together harmoniously to extract one of nature's most valuable resources. Palm oil has long been integral to African agriculture and economy, making this photo a testament to their rich cultural heritage. Beyond its historical significance, this image offers us a glimpse into the intimate details of everyday life during the late 19th or early 20th century. It serves as a reminder that while progress has transformed many aspects of our world today, traditions rooted in agriculture continue to shape communities worldwide. As we admire this print from a private collection - now out of copyright - let us appreciate not only its aesthetic appeal but also acknowledge the hard work and dedication depicted within it.
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