Canvas Print : Sudanese soldier with remarkable hat
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Sudanese soldier with remarkable hat
Sudanese soldier - with scarification on his cheeks and wearing a quite extraordinary hat. Date: 1910s
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Media ID 7235897
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Cheeks Head Dress Scarification Sudan Sudanese Warrior
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Experience the rich history and culture of the past with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece features a captivating image of a Sudanese soldier from the 1910s, as seen in the Mary Evans Prints Online collection. His intriguing appearance, marked by scarifications on his cheeks, is further accentuated by his quite extraordinary hat. Bring this evocative image into your home or office to start a conversation and add a unique touch to your décor. Our high-quality canvas prints are printed using premium inks and materials, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Order yours today and make a statement with history."
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 48.3cm x 76.2cm (19" x 30")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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
This striking photograph captures the image of a Sudanese soldier from the early 1910s, showcasing the unique fusion of traditional African culture and the influences of colonialism. The soldier's strong, determined gaze and proud posture convey a sense of courage and resilience. The most noticeable feature of his appearance is the intricate scarification on his cheeks, a common practice among various African ethnic groups as a rite of passage or a mark of status and identity. The scars, which are believed to have been inflicted using sharp tools, are intricately designed and add an ancient, mystical quality to his appearance. But it is the soldier's extraordinary hat that truly sets him apart. The hat, which appears to be made of animal skin and adorned with feathers and beads, is a testament to the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the Sudanese people. It is a symbol of their warrior traditions and their connection to the natural world. Despite the harsh realities of colonialism and the challenges it brought to traditional African societies, the Sudanese people continued to hold on to their cultural practices and traditions, including the use of scarification and the creation of intricate and beautiful headwear like this soldier's hat. This photograph serves as a reminder of the resilience and strength of African cultures and the importance of preserving their rich history and heritage.
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