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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
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Add a touch of exotic charm to your home decor with our Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning image captures a group of Balangy players from Sierra Leone, West Africa, in a timeless moment of traditional performance. Drawn from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed print offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of West Africa around 1920. Bring the beauty and history of this captivating scene into your living space with our high-quality framed prints, designed to preserve and enhance the intricate details of this evocative photograph.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 44.6cm x 62cm (17.6" x 24.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or 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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