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Fulbe woman from Cameroon
Cameroon, Africa - A seated bare-breasted Fulbe woman and a Fezzan bedouin arab woman from Southern Libya. Date: circa 1920s
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Arab Bare Bedouin Breasted Cameroon Cameroonian Chested Fezzan Libya Libyan Tribal Fulbe Tribes Woman
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.4cm x 40cm (10.4" x 15.7")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This black-and-white photograph captures an intimate moment between two women from distinctly different tribal backgrounds: a Fulbe woman from Cameroon, Africa, and a Fezzan Bedouin Arab woman from Southern Libya. Circa 1920s, the image offers a glimpse into the rich cultural diversity of the African continent and the connections that transcended its borders. Seated side by side, the women's contrasting appearances underscore their unique tribal identities. The Fulbe woman, hailing from Cameroon, is bare-breasted, her dark skin glowing under the soft light. Her intricately designed body scarifications, a hallmark of her tribe, adorn her chest and arms. In contrast, the Fezzan Bedouin Arab woman, originally from Southern Libya, wears a flowing, patterned robe and a veil that covers her head and chest. Her dark eyes meet the gaze of the Fulbe woman, a testament to their shared human connection. The photograph, taken during the early 20th century, offers a rare glimpse into the lives of these women, who lived in different parts of the continent but shared a common humanity. The Fulbe people, also known as Fula or Peul, are a large ethnic group spread across West Africa, while the Fezzan Bedouin are a nomadic Arab tribe from the southern region of Libya. This image serves as a reminder of the diverse tapestry of cultures and traditions that make up the African continent, and the connections that exist between its various tribes and peoples. It invites us to reflect on the shared human experiences that transcend borders and boundaries, and to celebrate the rich cultural heritage that continues to shape our world today.
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