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Old man from Central Sahara - Africa - Remarkable headdress
Old man from Central Sahara (Mali?) - Africa wearing a remarkable headdress cap adorned with sea shells. Date: circa 1904
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Media ID 20162841
© Bubblepunk / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Headdress Jul17 Knot Mali Malian Nomadic Sahara Scarification Shell Shells
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the rich cultural heritage of Africa into your home or office with our exquisite Old Man from Central Sahara poster print. Captured in 1904, this striking image from Mary Evans Prints Online showcases an old man from Mali, adorned with a remarkable headdress made of intricately arranged sea shells. Add a touch of worldly sophistication to any space with this beautiful, vintage-inspired poster print from Media Storehouse. A must-have for travel enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone seeking to add a unique and captivating piece of art to their collection.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19cm x 30.3cm (7.5" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the enigmatic presence of an old man from the Central Sahara region of Africa, believed to be from Mali, circa 1904. The man's weathered face, adorned with intricate scarifications, bears the marks of a life lived in the harsh desert environment. His long, flowing beard, once a rich chestnut color, now tinged with silver, frames his deeply lined features. But it is the man's remarkable headdress that truly sets him apart. The cap, fashioned from a simple fabric, is crowned with an intricate knot of interwoven sea shells. The shells, shimmering with iridescent hues, are meticulously arranged to form a breathtaking, symmetrical pattern. The headdress, a testament to the nomadic people's resourcefulness and creativity, serves as both protection against the desert sun and a symbol of their connection to the sea and the natural world. The old man's gaze, steady and unwavering, seems to convey a sense of wisdom and resilience, born from a lifetime spent navigating the challenges of the Central Sahara's unforgiving terrain. His headdress, a work of art in its own right, is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and traditions that continue to thrive in this remarkable part of the world.
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