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Fine Art Print : Balangy players, Sierra Leone, West Africa
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Balangy players, Sierra Leone, West Africa
Group of native balangy players, Sierra Leone, West Africa. Date: circa 1920
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Media ID 14405212
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Instrument Instruments Leone Musician Musicians Natives Player Players Primitive Sierra Xylophone Musical
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of West Africa with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Balangy Players from Sierra Leone, available in the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a moment in time from circa 1920, showcasing a group of native Balangy musicians in their traditional attire. Add this beautiful work of art to your home or office to bring a touch of history and world culture into your space. Our Fine Art Prints are rights managed, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity for your enjoyment.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33cm x 53.3cm (13" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 photograph captures a group of native Balangy players from Sierra Leone, West Africa, in the early 1920s. The Balangy people, also known as the Mende, are an ethnic group residing primarily in Sierra Leone and Liberia. They are renowned for their rich cultural heritage, particularly their music, which plays a significant role in their social and spiritual lives. In this image, a group of Balangy musicians are seen gathered together, each holding a traditional xylophone, their faces expressing deep concentration as they prepare to perform. The xylophone, an essential instrument in Balangy music, is made from wooden bars attached to a resonating box, which are struck with mallets to produce melodic tones. The Balangy people have a long-standing tradition of music, which is often used to tell stories, celebrate important milestones, and communicate messages. Music is an integral part of their social fabric, and these musicians are keeping this tradition alive. Despite the passage of time and the influence of modern music, the Balangy people continue to preserve their cultural heritage through music. This photograph serves as a reminder of the rich musical history of the Balangy people and the importance of preserving cultural traditions. The image is a poignant snapshot of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the lives of these musicians and their community. The raw beauty of the scene is enhanced by the natural surroundings, with the lush greenery and the warm sunlight filtering through the trees, creating a serene and idyllic atmosphere.
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