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Cave painting: Kondusi stick dance, Tanzania
Kondusi stick dance. Reproduction of an African painting depicting the Kondusi stick dance. The stylized figures wielding sticks wear bushy head- dresses or hair-styles. This painting was found at Kondusi, central Tanzania. The figures are " Kolo- type figures", known for their stylized head- dresses. The painting may date 25, 000 years BP. This reproduction is in the Nairobi National Museum
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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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 16.8cm (9.6" x 6.6")
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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This print showcases a reproduction of an ancient African cave painting known as the Kondusi stick dance. Originating from central Tanzania, this remarkable artwork depicts stylized figures engaging in the traditional Kondusi stick dance, adorned with bushy head-dresses or intricate hair-styles. The figures portrayed in this painting are recognized as "Kolo-type figures" renowned for their distinctive and elaborate head-dresses. Believed to potentially date back 25,000 years BP (Before Present), this extraordinary piece offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of early human civilizations. Preserved within the Nairobi National Museum, this reproduction serves as a testament to our ongoing efforts to study and appreciate humanity's artistic legacy. The significance of cave paintings like these extends beyond mere aesthetics; they provide invaluable insights into cognitive archaeology and paleontology. Through careful analysis of such rock paintings, researchers can unravel mysteries surrounding ancient societies' belief systems, social structures, and rituals. Science Photo Library proudly presents this mesmerizing image that captures both the beauty and historical importance of Africa's cave art tradition. It serves as a reminder that art has always been an integral part of human existence – transcending time and connecting us with our ancestors' creativity and imagination.
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