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GHANA: CAPE COAST, 1874. Fetish Tree in a Village Near Cape Coast Castle, in Ghana
GHANA: CAPE COAST, 1874.
Fetish Tree in a Village Near Cape Coast Castle, in Ghana, during the third Anglo-Ashanti War. Engraving, English, 1874
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Media ID 12418234
1874 Anglo Black British Castle Naked Officer Religious Tree Village Villager West Africa West African Worship Ashantee War Ashanti Cape Coast Fetish Ghana Ghanian Gold Coast
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating poster prints from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the intriguing image "GHANA: CAPE COAST, 1874. Fetish Tree in a Village Near Cape Coast Castle, in Ghana." This evocative engraving, taken from The Granger Collection, transports you to a village near Cape Coast Castle during the Third Anglo-Ashanti War. Witness the rich cultural history of Ghana through the lens of this historic image. Add this striking poster to your home or office for a thought-provoking conversation starter and a daily reminder of the world's diverse past.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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 print takes us back to the year 1874, during the third Anglo-Ashanti War in Cape Coast, Ghana. The image showcases a remarkable sight - a Fetish Tree standing tall in a village near Cape Coast Castle. This engraving, created by an English artist, captures the essence of West African religious practices during that time. The photograph reveals a naked man and young boy next to the tree, both believed to be villagers engaged in worship. Their presence signifies the deep spiritual connection between nature and humanity within this community. An officer from the British army is also depicted nearby, observing this sacred ritual with curiosity. Ghana's Gold Coast landscape serves as an evocative backdrop for this powerful scene. The late 19th century setting adds historical significance to this image as it coincides with a turbulent period of conflict between Britain and Ashanti forces. Granger Art on Demand presents us with an opportunity to reflect upon cultural diversity and religious practices that have shaped our world throughout history. This thought-provoking photograph invites viewers to appreciate the rich heritage of Ghanaian traditions while acknowledging their resilience amidst colonialism. As we gaze at this mesmerizing print from Granger Collection's archives, we are transported back in time; witnessing moments that remind us of our shared human experiences across different continents and eras.
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