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Girl from Bukina Faso - Profile
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Girl from Bukina Faso - Profile
Pretty Girl from Bukina Faso - shot in profile and showing the distinctive braided hairstyle, and varieties of beads worn around the head as well as the neck. She is from the Toucouleurs or Tukulor (or Haalpulaaren) tribe, a group distinct from but related to the Fula. A sedentary, agricultural people, who live primarily in West Africa. Date: circa 1930
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Afro Bead Beads Braided Braids Faso Fula Headdress Muslim String Strings Fulani
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This profile portrait captures the essence of a young woman from the Toucouleurs or Tukulor tribe, native to Bukina Faso in West Africa. Circa 1930, the woman's distinctive braided hairstyle and the intricate beadwork adorning her head and neck are emblematic of her cultural heritage. The Toucouleurs, also known as the Haalpulaaren, are a sedentary agricultural people, historically distinct from but related to the Fula or Fulani. The braids, intricately woven and held together with strings, are a common feature among Toucouleur women. The beads, made of glass, shells, or seeds, are worn as a sign of wealth, status, and religious devotion. The woman's headdress, adorned with strings of beads, further emphasizes her tribal identity. The Toucouleurs are primarily located in what is now Senegal and Mali, and their history is rich with traditions and empire-building. They are a Muslim people, and their empire, the Tekrur Empire, existed from the 14th to the 19th century. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and resilience of the Toucouleur people and their unique cultural practices.
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