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Surma young woman portrait
Francisco Mendoza Ruiz
Media ID 36603472
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African Africans Boys Ethnic Face Paint Face Painting Family Guardian Indigenous Mother Motherhood Native Parenthood Protection Tribal Tribe Young
Medium 18" Cushion (46x46cm)
18"x18" (46x46cm) Fibre filled cushion with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone coloured faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this portrait, captured by renowned documentary photographer Francisco Mendoza Ruiz, also known as Kiko, we are introduced to the enchanting world of the Surma people, an ethnic group residing in the southwestern Ethiopian region of the Omo Valley. The young Surma woman, adorned with intricate face paint, gazes intently into the distance, her expressive features etched with a profound sense of strength and resilience. The Surma people are renowned for their distinctive facial scarification and body painting, which serve as markers of their tribal identity and social status. The woman's face painting, a vibrant tapestry of geometric shapes and bold lines, accentuates her striking features and enhances her ethereal beauty. The portrait also captures the tender moment between the woman and her young child, who rests protectively on her lap. The boy, with his innocent gaze and unadorned face, offers a stark contrast to his mother's adorned visage, yet their connection is palpable. The woman's protective embrace and the boy's trusting gaze speak volumes about the deep bond between them, highlighting the importance of family and motherhood in Surma culture. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rich and complex world of the Surma people, a world that is at once ancient and modern, traditional and evolving. It invites us to reflect on the universal themes of strength, resilience, and the enduring power of family, while also reminding us of the unique cultural traditions that continue to thrive in the face of globalization and modernization. Francisco Mendoza Ruiz's masterful use of light, composition, and storytelling through his lens, transports us to a world that is both familiar and foreign, and leaves us with a deep appreciation for the beauty and diversity of human experience.
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