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A Study in Black and White, from Twilight Tales of the Black Baganda, published 1911 (b/w photo)
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A Study in Black and White, from Twilight Tales of the Black Baganda, published 1911 (b/w photo)
XJF439204 A Study in Black and White, from Twilight Tales of the Black Baganda, published 1911 (b/w photo) by English Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: This photograph is said to be A Mukidl Chief, with the Author's little boy, George'; The author is Mrs A.B. Fisher (nee Ruth Hurditch) (1875-1959); This book was written while Mrs Fisher was a CMS missionary in Uganda;)
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A Study in Black and White" captures a poignant moment frozen in time, taken from the pages of "Twilight Tales of the Black Baganda" published in 1911. This photograph, captured by an English photographer, showcases the stark contrast between two worlds. In this double portrait, we see a Mukidl Chief from Uganda alongside the author's young son, George. The image speaks volumes about cultural exchange and Christian missions during that era. Mrs A. B. Fisher (nee Ruth Hurditch), a CMS missionary in Uganda at the time, penned this book while immersing herself in Ugandan society. The tribal chief stands tall with his spear as a symbol of his heritage and authority, while little George represents innocence and curiosity. The composition is strikingly beautiful; it highlights not only their physical differences but also their shared humanity. The child's wide-eyed wonder contrasts with the chief's stoic expression—an encounter between two different worlds bridged by mutual respect. This photograph serves as a testament to both historical documentation and artistic expression. It offers us a glimpse into early 20th-century Africa through the lens of an English photographer who sought to capture moments that transcend language barriers. As we gaze upon this image today, let us reflect on our interconnectedness as human beings across cultures and continents—a reminder that even amidst diversity, there is beauty to be found in unity.
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