Antique Framed Print : A Zafimaniry woman removes a dried maize cob hanging

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A Zafimaniry woman removes a dried maize cob hanging

A Zafimaniry woman removes a dried maize cob hanging from the ceiling of her house. Due to the frequency of rain and low mist, the Zafimanry keep their maize harvest in their houses to dry

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Media ID 1701147

© Nigel Pavitt/John Warburton-Lee Photography Ltd

Christian Corn Happy Madagascar Maize Smile Woman Traditional Hat

14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame

Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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 24.4cm x 18.3cm (9.6" x 7.2")

Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")

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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we are transported to the enchanting world of Madagascar, where a Zafimaniry woman is delicately removing a dried maize cob from the ceiling of her traditional house. The rich cultural heritage and deep-rooted traditions of the Zafimaniry people come alive through this image. As rain and low mist frequently grace their land, the Zafimaniry have ingeniously devised a way to dry their precious maize harvest within the confines of their homes. This ingenious practice allows them to preserve their staple food source while embracing nature's elements. The woman in the photograph wears a warm smile on her face, radiating happiness and contentment. Her Christian faith shines through as she tends to her household chores with grace and gratitude. Adorned in a magnificent Malagasy hat made from raffia, she embodies both elegance and tradition. The hanging maize cobs serve not only as sustenance but also as symbols of abundance and prosperity for this close-knit community. They represent hard work, dedication, and resilience amidst challenging weather conditions. Through this powerful visual narrative captured by NP from Discover Images by AWL, we gain insight into the daily life of the Zafimaniry people - proud custodians of their ancestral customs. It reminds us that even simple acts like drying maize can be imbued with profound cultural significance when viewed through an appreciative lens.

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