Poster Print : Shooa women with baby, Kanem spearman, and Bambara bowman
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Shooa women with baby, Kanem spearman, and Bambara bowman
Shooa women with baby, Kanem spearman, and Bambara bowman.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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Anthropology Bowman Chad Completegalleryofpeoplesintruepictures Ethnography Friedrichwilhelmgoedsche Libya Mali Shield Spearman
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating and culturally rich addition to our Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection. This exquisite handcolored lithograph, sourced from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, showcases three intriguing figures from African history. The first figure is a Shooa woman, gracefully cradling her baby in a traditional carrying cloth. The second figure is a Kanem spearman, proudly holding his weapon, a testament to the warrior spirit of the Kanem Empire. Lastly, a Bambara bowman stands poised and ready, embodying the strength and skill of the Bambara people. This stunning print, originally published in Meissen around 1835-1840, is a masterful representation of the diverse and vibrant cultures of Africa during this period. Each detail has been beautifully handcolored, adding depth and richness to the image. Bring the stories of these fascinating peoples into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints. Perfect for educating, inspiring, or simply adding a touch of world culture to your space.
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.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This handcolored lithograph, titled "Shooa Women with Baby, Kanem Spearman, and Bambara Bowman," is an intriguing glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry of the 19th century African continent. The image, taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, showcases the diverse populations of the Kanem Empire in Chad and the Bambara Empire in Mali. In the foreground, a Shooa woman cradles her baby in a traditional sling, her expressive face a testament to the deep connection between mother and child. She wears an ornate headdress adorned with beads and feathers, as well as a flowing robe adorned with intricate patterns. To her left, a Kanem spearman stands tall and proud, his body covered in protective armor and armed with a long spear and shield. His fierce gaze and muscular physique convey a sense of strength and determination. To the right, a Bambara bowman poised and ready, his bow and quiver at the ready. His intricately designed clothing and elaborate headdress reflect the sophisticated and complex culture of the Bambara people. This stunning representation of African peoples and their customs offers a valuable historical record of a time when European exploration and colonization were shaping the continent in profound ways. The meticulous attention to detail and vibrant colors of the lithograph further enhance its beauty and authenticity, making it a must-have for any collection focused on ethnography, anthropology, or the history of Africa.
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