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Framed Print : A Cannibal Feast, Charles E Gordon Frazer
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A Cannibal Feast, Charles E Gordon Frazer
A Cannibal Feast on the island of Tanna in the New Hebrides, by Charles E Gordon Frazer (1863-1899)
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Anthropology Antipodes Australasia Cannibal Cannibalism Cannibals Ethnographic Ethnography Ethnology Feast Figures Forest Frazer Gordon Gruesome Hebrides Human Naked Natives Pacific Rite Savage Tropical Vanuatu Victim Victims Antipodean Ethnological Tanna
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "A Cannibal Feast" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning artwork, captured by Charles E Gordon Frazer in 1893, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural traditions of the island of Tanna in the New Hebrides. The intriguing scene, depicting a vibrant communal feast, invites viewers to explore the depth and complexity of human experience. Embrace the allure of the past and add this exquisite, rights-managed piece to your home or office decor. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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 39.6cm x 19.2cm (15.6" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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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A Cannibal Feast on the Island of Tanna in the New Hebrides" is a captivating and thought-provoking ethnographic photograph taken by Charles E. Gordon Frazer in the late 19th century. The image depicts a gruesome scene of a cannibal feast, a traditional ritual practiced by the natives of Tanna, an island in the South Pacific's New Hebrides archipelago. The photograph captures a group of men and women, their bodies adorned with intricate tattoos and adornments, gathered around a large wooden table. The table is laden with the remains of a human sacrifice, the victim's limbs and torso visible among the various fruits, vegetables, and other foodstuffs. The trees and foliage of the tropical forest in the background add to the sense of otherworldliness and primal energy. Charles E. Gordon Frazer, a Scottish photographer, traveled extensively throughout the Australasian region, documenting the diverse cultures and traditions of the people he encountered. This photograph, taken in 1899, is a testament to the rich ethnographic and anthropological history of the South Pacific. The practice of cannibalism was a common theme in European explorers' and travelers' accounts of the Pacific Islands, and it continues to fascinate and intrigue us today. However, it is important to remember that this photograph, like all ethnographic images, is a snapshot of a specific moment in time and should be viewed within the cultural and historical context of the people and place it depicts. The image is a stark reminder of the complex and often controversial history of human interaction and exploration in the Pacific region, and it serves as an important reminder of the need to respect and preserve the diverse cultures and traditions that continue to thrive in this part of the world.
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