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Antique Framed Print : Africa, Benin, Savalou. Sacrificing a goat to the Dankoli voodoo fetish
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Africa, Benin, Savalou. Sacrificing a goat to the Dankoli voodoo fetish
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Benin Goat Knife Offering Sacred Vodun Voodoo Vudon West Africa Sacrifice
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.8cm (14.6" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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.
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In this print titled "Africa, Benin, Savalou. Sacrificing a goat to the Dankoli voodoo fetish" we are transported to the heart of West Africa's mystical traditions. The image captures a sacred moment as an individual performs a ritualistic sacrifice in honor of the Dankoli voodoo fetish. The scene is set outdoors, amidst nature's embrace, where devotees gather to pay homage and seek blessings from their ancestral spirits. With great reverence and solemnity, a goat stands at the center of attention. A knife glimmers in the sunlight as it is raised high above its head. This powerful act symbolizes an offering made by believers who place their faith in Vodun or Voodoo practices prevalent in Benin. As ancient customs intertwine with contemporary life, this photograph serves as a window into African spirituality that has endured for centuries. The atmosphere surrounding this ceremony feels both mysterious and awe-inspiring. Every detail seems carefully orchestrated - from the intricate patterns on ceremonial attire to the presence of an awl nearby – all contributing to the authenticity and significance of this ritual. Through Discover Images by AWL, we are granted access to moments like these that shed light on diverse cultures around our world. This particular print invites us into an intimate glimpse of Benin's spiritual heritage while reminding us of humanity's universal quest for connection with something greater than ourselves.
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