Fine Art Print : Sierra Leone - Stage for an itinerant Conjurer
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Sierra Leone - Stage for an itinerant Conjurer
A strolling Conjurers stage arrangements, Sierra Leone, West Africa. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11553058
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Conjurer Itinerant Leone Magician Mudbrick Sierra Voodoo Witchdoctor Conjurers
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into the magical world of Sierra Leone with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Sierra Leone - Stage for an Itinerant Conjurer" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning photograph, captured in the 1910s, transports you to a bygone era with its vivid colors and intriguing scene of a strolling conjurer setting up his stage in West Africa. Add an enchanting touch to your home or office decor with this beautiful, museum-quality print, and let the mystery and wonder of Sierra Leone come alive.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 37.4cm (23.4" x 14.7")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment as an itinerant conjurer sets up his stage in Sierra Leone, West Africa, during the 1910s. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of a mudbrick wall, the simple yet effective stage design consisting of a painted backdrop and a few props. The conjurer, dressed in traditional attire, focuses intently on his preparations, his expression a mixture of concentration and anticipation. Itinerant conjurers, also known as voodoo priests or witch doctors, played an integral role in the spiritual and social fabric of West African communities. They were believed to possess supernatural powers and were consulted for various reasons, including healing, protection, and divination. Their performances often involved the use of herbs, charms, and other ritual objects, as well as storytelling and music. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich cultural history of Sierra Leone and the role of itinerant conjurers in West African society. The simple yet powerful stage setting underscores the importance of storytelling and performance in the transmission of traditional beliefs and practices. The image also serves as a reminder of the enduring influence of African spiritual traditions, which continue to shape the cultural landscape of Sierra Leone and the wider African continent to this day.
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