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Making palm oil in Dahomey, c. 1900 (b / w photo)

Making palm oil in Dahomey, c. 1900 (b  /  w photo)


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Making palm oil in Dahomey, c. 1900 (b / w photo)

XIR213153 Making palm oil in Dahomey, c.1900 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: fabrication de l huile de palme au Dahomey; ); French, out of copyright

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This photograph, titled "Making palm oil in Dahomey, c. 1900" transports us back to a bygone era in West Africa. Taken by an anonymous French photographer from the 20th century, this image captures a significant aspect of daily life in what is now Benin. In the foreground, we see a group of native men and women engaged in the laborious process of fabricating palm oil. With their bodies half-nude under the scorching sun, they squat and bend amidst towering palm trees. Their dark skin glistens with sweat as they meticulously check palm kernels for quality. The scene exudes both strength and resilience as these individuals work together harmoniously to extract one of nature's most valuable resources. Palm oil has long been integral to African agriculture and economy, making this photo a testament to their rich cultural heritage. Beyond its historical significance, this image offers us a glimpse into the intimate details of everyday life during the late 19th or early 20th century. It serves as a reminder that while progress has transformed many aspects of our world today, traditions rooted in agriculture continue to shape communities worldwide. As we admire this print from a private collection - now out of copyright - let us appreciate not only its aesthetic appeal but also acknowledge the hard work and dedication depicted within it.

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