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Glass Frame : Woman wearing full mourning costume, Melanesia, 1920. Artist: Gunnar Landtman
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Woman wearing full mourning costume, Melanesia, 1920. Artist: Gunnar Landtman
Woman wearing full mourning costume, Melanesia, 1920. After the death of a man his wife is secluded in an enclosure of mats, she smears her body in mud, wails continuously and only goes out at night. When she finally leaves the enclosure she wears a costume of grass. A print from Customs of the World, Hutchinson and Company, 1920
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Media ID 14925817
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Ethnography Grass Melanesia Melanesian Mourning Mourning Dress Pacific Islands Print Collector12 Tradition Widow Gunnar
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.7cm x 17.7cm (5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 16.2cm x 20.3cm (6.4" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, captured by the talented artist Gunnar Landtman in 1920, showcases a woman wearing a full mourning costume in Melanesia. The image provides a glimpse into the intriguing customs and traditions surrounding death and mourning in this Pacific island region. After the passing of her husband, the woman is secluded within an enclosure made of mats. During this period of mourning, she covers her body with mud as a symbolic gesture of grief. Her continuous wailing echoes through the night, expressing her profound sorrow. When she eventually emerges from seclusion, she adorns herself in a striking grass costume. This unique attire serves as both an emblem of widowhood and a testament to her resilience during this challenging time. Landtman's photograph captures not only the physical appearance but also conveys the emotional weight carried by this grieving woman. Through his lens, we witness her strength amidst immense loss. The monochrome composition adds depth to this powerful portrait while emphasizing the timeless nature of these cultural practices that have endured for centuries. It serves as a reminder that even in our modern world, ancient traditions continue to shape our understanding of life's most profound moments. Gunnar Landtman's masterful depiction invites us to contemplate themes such as love, loss, tradition, and resilience – universal concepts that transcend time and place.
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