Antique Framed Print : Kabliyan woman of the south, Algeria
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Kabliyan woman of the south, Algeria
A coloured photograph of a Kabliyan woman. She wears traditional dress and jewellery. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14374506
© The Roseries Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Algeria Jewellery Kabyle Kabylia
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 24.6cm x 37.1cm (9.7" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the essence of traditional Kabliyan womanhood in the early 1900s, as depicted in this image from the south of Algeria. The woman wears intricately designed clothing that reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Kabyle people. Her garment, a long-sleeved tunic, is adorned with intricate embroidery and bold geometric patterns, typically found in Kabyle clothing. The tunic is paired with a voluminous, pleated skirt, which adds to the overall grandeur of her attire. The woman's accessories further accentuate her traditional appearance. She wears a large, intricately woven headscarf, known as a "chech," which covers her hair and adorns her head with elegant folds. Her neck is adorned with multiple necklaces and pendants, made of silver and semi-precious stones, which add to her regal appearance. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the lives of the Kabyle people during the early 1900s. The woman's proud and confident expression, combined with her traditional attire, speaks to the strength and resilience of the Kabyle people and their deep connection to their cultural heritage. The photograph is a testament to the enduring beauty and richness of the Kabyle people's history and traditions, which continue to be celebrated in Algeria and beyond.
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