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A patient in consultation with the agni (or anyi, Ivory Coast)
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A patient in consultation with the agni (or anyi, Ivory Coast)
LSE4335529 A patient in consultation with the agni (or anyi, Ivory Coast), the doctor sorcerer performs a dance, after placing a fetiche in front of the patient lies. Engraving by Riou, to illustrate the story " From Niger to the Gulf of Guinee" by Captain Louis Gustave Binger (1856-1936), in 1887-1889, in Le tour du monde, nouveau journal des voyages, under the direction of Edouard Charton (1807-1890), 2nd semester 1891, edition Hachette, Paris. by Riou, Edouard (1833-1900); Private Collection; (add.info.: A patient in consultation with the agni (or anyi, Ivory Coast), the doctor sorcerer performs a dance, after placing a fetiche in front of the patient lies. Engraving by Riou, to illustrate the story " From Niger to the Gulf of Guinee" by Captain Louis Gustave Binger (1856-1936), in 1887-1889, in Le tour du monde, nouveau journal des voyages, under the direction of Edouard Charton (1807-1890), 2nd semester 1891, edition Hachette, Paris.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright
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In this photo print, we are transported to the Ivory Coast where a patient is engaged in a consultation with an Agni (or Anyi) doctor sorcerer. The scene unfolds as the doctor sorcerer performs an enchanting dance, his movements guided by ancient rituals and traditions. Before him lies a fetiche, imbued with spiritual significance and believed to possess healing powers. The engraving, skillfully created by Riou, serves as an illustration for Captain Louis Gustave Binger's enthralling story "From Niger to the Gulf of Guinee". Published in Le tour du monde, nouveau journal des voyages under the direction of Edouard Charton in 1891, this image offers us a glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry of West Africa during that time. As we observe this moment frozen in time, we can almost feel the intensity and energy radiating from both patient and healer. It is a testament to the deep-rooted belief systems that have shaped societies across generations. Through their connection with spirits and ancestral wisdom passed down through centuries, these healers offer solace and hope to those seeking relief from physical or spiritual ailments. Leonard de Selva's photograph beautifully captures this historical artwork while preserving its essence for future generations. As we contemplate this image today, it serves as a reminder of our shared humanity and our eternal quest for healing and understanding amidst diverse cultures around the world.
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