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An elder of the Karo tribe rests with his head on his
An elder of the Karo tribe rests with his head on his wooden head-rest which protects his elaborate clay hairdo. Every man carries a headrest which doubles as a stool. This man has attached his snuff box to it. A small Omotic tribe related to the
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© John Warburton-Lee
Body Adornment Body Painting Decoration Duss Ethiopia Indigenous People Karo Omo Delta Omo River Relax Rest Sleep Stool Hair Style Pillow Snuff Box
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of the Karo tribe with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "An Elder of the Karo Tribe," showcases a wise elder resting with his head on his traditional wooden head-rest, adorned with an intricate clay hairdo. Each headrest not only functions as a comfortable resting place but also serves as a stool. Bring this authentic piece of art into your home or office to add an element of world culture and timeless beauty to your space. Our high-quality Metal Prints are waterproof, scratch-resistant, and UV protected, ensuring your investment will last a lifetime.
Our Metal Prints feature rounded corners and rear fixings for easy wall mounting. Images are directly printed onto a lightweight, high quality 5mm thick, durable metallic surface for a vivid and vibrant finish. Available in 2 sizes, 28x35cm (14x11) and 50x40cm (20x16). The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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.
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In this image captured by JWL, we are transported to the mystical lands of Ethiopia's Omo River. Here, an elder of the Karo tribe finds solace and rest with his head delicately placed upon a wooden head-rest. This unique piece not only provides comfort but also safeguards his intricate clay hairdo, a symbol of pride and cultural identity. Every man in the Karo tribe carries such a headrest, ingeniously designed to double as a stool when needed. In this particular instance, our subject has taken advantage of its versatility by attaching his snuff box to it—an essential accessory for moments of relaxation. The photograph offers us a glimpse into the indigenous people's way of life along the Omo Delta—a world where body adornment and decoration hold great significance. The tribal elder's serene expression reveals both wisdom and weariness accumulated over years spent protecting their ancestral traditions. As we observe this scene unfold before us, we cannot help but marvel at the resilience and beauty that emanate from every aspect—the vibrant body painting adorning their skin, the meticulous attention paid to hairstyles, and even something as seemingly simple as a wooden head-rest turned work-of-art. JWL's lens transports us beyond borders into an African realm rich in culture and heritage. It is through images like these that we gain insight into worlds far removed from our own while celebrating humanity's diversity across continents.
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