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Barefoot boy with mattock, Sierra Leone
A barefoot West African farm boy pauses from working on a smallholding outside Freetown, Sierra Leone. He wears a crucifix on his forehead and carries a heavy digging mattock Date: circa 1982
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Media ID 19534427
© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1982 Agriculture Bare Barefoot Crucifix Cultivate Cultivation Digging Eighties Feet Foot Hard Jungle Leone Planting Sierra Soil Tilling Toil
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the evocative image of 'Barefoot boy with mattock, Sierra Leone.' This powerful photograph, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a moment of quiet reflection as a West African farm boy pauses from his labor, his bare feet resting on the earth. The image, taken circa 1982, reveals the intensity of his gaze and the simple yet profound symbolism of the crucifix on his forehead. Each print is produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and crisp details that bring the story of this moment to life. Add this captivating piece to your home or office decor and transport yourself to another world.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25cm x 37.5cm (9.8" x 14.8")
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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This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the essence of rural life in Sierra Leone during the 1980s. The image depicts a young West African boy, barefoot and dressed in tattered clothing, taking a moment's respite from his laborious work on a smallholding just outside the capital city of Freetown. With a heavy digging mattock slung over his shoulder, the boy's lean frame and concentrated expression speak to the physical demands of cultivating the land in this tropical climate. Despite the harsh conditions, the boy's faith is evident in the crucifix affixed to his forehead. This devotional practice, known as "painting the mark," is a common tradition among many West African farmers and is believed to bring protection and blessings during the rigors of farming. The lush jungle backdrop and the rich, dark soil provide a stark contrast to the boy's bare feet, which are calloused from years of working the land. The scene is one of toil and determination, as the boy continues to labor to provide for himself and his community. This poignant portrait offers a glimpse into the daily life of a hard-working farmer in Sierra Leone during the 1980s, a time when agriculture remained a crucial aspect of the country's economy and livelihoods. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of rural communities in the face of adversity.
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