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Shrunken Heads
19th August 1925: Three specimen of shrunken heads all with long hair, prepared by the Macas Indians. (Photo by Kirby/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Kirby
Media ID 12019062
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1920 1929 Celebration Event Dead Person Grotesque Hair Head Long Preparation Lifestyles Shrunken Specimen Holder
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating allure of the past with our exquisite Shrunken Heads Fine Art Print by Kirby from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, captured in 1925, showcases three intricately prepared specimens from the Macas Indians. With their long, flowing hair and haunting expressions, these shrunken heads transport you to a time long gone. Add an air of mystery and intrigue to your space with this stunning, vintage fine art print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.3cm x 40.6cm (19" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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Shrunken Heads - A Haunting Glimpse into Macas Indian Customs and Ceremonies
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. This photo print, captured on the 19th of August in 1925 by Kirby for the Topical Press Agency/Getty Images, offers a chilling insight into the ancient art of shrunken heads. The image showcases three mesmerizing specimens prepared by the skilled hands of Macas Indians. In this landscape format, we are confronted with a hair-raising sight - three grotesque shrunken heads adorned with long flowing hair. Each head is meticulously preserved and presented in a specimen holder, showcasing both the craftsmanship and macabre beauty behind this unique cultural practice. The photograph transports us back to an era where customs and ceremonies held great significance among indigenous communities. It serves as a testament to their rich heritage and belief systems that celebrated life even after death. As we delve deeper into this archival piece, it becomes evident that these shrunken heads were not mere curiosities but rather symbols of celebration events within Macas Indian culture. Their existence hints at rituals steeped in mystery and tradition; they offer glimpses into practices that may be considered shocking or taboo by modern standards. This thought-provoking artwork invites us to reflect upon our own understanding of art, craft, and human expression across different cultures throughout history. It challenges us to confront our preconceived notions about what is beautiful or grotesque while reminding us of the diverse tapestry that makes up our
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