Framed Print : Protectorate Native Chief, Sierra Leone, West Africa
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Protectorate Native Chief, Sierra Leone, West Africa
Protectorate Native Chief, Sierra Leone, West Africa. Date: circa 1912
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Media ID 14405192
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Chairs Chief Feathers Huts Leone Natives Primitive Protectorate Roof Sierra Skin Straw
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Bring a piece of historical African art into your home with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "Protectorate Native Chief, Sierra Leone, West Africa," showcases the rich cultural heritage of West Africa in the early 20th century. The photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past with its vivid details and authenticity. Our high-quality framed prints are not only beautiful additions to any decor but also serve as thought-provoking conversation starters. Order yours today and celebrate the diverse history of Africa in your personal space.
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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 evocative photograph captures the essence of traditional leadership in Sierra Leone, West Africa during the early 1910s. The Protectorate Native Chief, seated regally on a woven rug before his hut, exudes an air of authority and wisdom. Surrounded by his men, dressed in their finest attire, they pay him homage, their faces expressing respect and admiration. The chief's hut, with its thatched roof made of straw and grass, is a testament to the primitive yet resilient architecture of the region. The interior of the hut is adorned with animal skins, adding to the sense of warmth and comfort. The chief, dressed in a flowing white robe and adorned with feathers in his hat, cuts an imposing figure. His chair, also made of woven grass, is a symbol of his power and status. The scene is one of tranquility and order, reflecting the social structure of the community. The men, dressed in simple loincloths and carrying tools, represent the hardworking and resourceful nature of the people. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of a Native Chief and his community during the British Protectorate era in Sierra Leone. It is a poignant reminder of a time when traditional leadership played a crucial role in the lives of the people, even as the influences of Western civilization began to encroach upon their way of life.
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