Fine Art Print : Grating cassava roots, Sierra Leone, West Africa
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Grating cassava roots, Sierra Leone, West Africa
Two natives grating cassava roots for making foofoo (fufu, foufou), Sierra Leone, West Africa. Date: circa 1906
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Media ID 14405226
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Cassava Fence Grating Leone Natives Preparation Primitive Roots Sierra
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich cultural traditions of West Africa with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Grating Cassava Roots, captured in circa 1906. Two natives gracefully grate the roots to prepare Foofoo (Fufu, Foufou), a staple food in Sierra Leone. This evocative image from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive transports you to a time and place filled with history and tradition. Our high-quality Fine Art Prints are rights managed, ensuring authenticity and exclusivity. Bring this captivating piece into your home or office to add depth and intrigue to any space.
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 53.3cm x 33.8cm (21" x 13.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in Sierra Leone, West Africa during the early 1900s. Two native men, dressed in simple loincloths, are deeply engrossed in the laborious task of grating cassava roots against a rough wooden surface. The scene takes place in a quintessential African village, with a low, woven palm frond fence serving as a backdrop. The men's faces are etched with concentration and determination, as they work together to prepare the starchy root for making foofoo, a traditional West African dish also known as fufu or foufou. Cassava, a staple food in many African cultures, is a tuberous root vegetable that requires extensive preparation before it can be consumed. The grated cassava is boiled and then pounded or mashed to create a thick, glutinous paste. This paste is then formed into balls or served as a side dish, often accompanied by various sauces or stews. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life and customs of the people of Sierra Leone during this period. The simple, yet profound connection to the land and the communal nature of food preparation are evident in this image. The men's focused expressions and the use of traditional tools underscore the importance of tradition and the resilience of the African people. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage and the enduring strength of community in West Africa.
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