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Kyabe, Chad, Africa - Sara Man with enormous lip plates

Kyabe, Chad, Africa - Sara Man with enormous lip plates


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Kyabe, Chad, Africa - Sara Man with enormous lip plates

Kyabe, Moyen-Chari, Chad, Africa - Man of the Sara People with enormous upper and lower lip plates. Date: circa 1920s

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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection

Body Chad Custom Deformation Deformed Disturbing Lips Modification Plates Ritual Sara Tradition Tribal Tribes Unusual Weird Lobi


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1. Title: "An Unusual Tradition: The Enormous Lip Plates of the Sara People in Kyabe, Chad, Africa" This evocative photograph captures the captivating image of a man from the Sara People of Kyabe, Chad, Africa, adorned with enormous lip plates. Dating back to the circa 1920s, this striking portrait offers a glimpse into the rich and intriguing cultural practices of Central Africa. The Sara People, an ethnic group residing primarily in the Moyen-Chari region of Chad, have long been known for their distinctive lip plates. Made from materials such as clay, wood, or metal, these plates were inserted into the lips of both men and women as a sign of maturity and beauty. The size of the plates varied depending on the individual's social status and wealth. The process of inserting the lip plates was a painful and time-consuming ritual. The lips were first pierced, and gradually, larger plates were added over time, allowing the lips to stretch and accommodate the larger plates. This body modification was considered a mark of beauty and an essential aspect of Sara identity. The photograph's subject, with his impressive upper and lower lip plates, embodies the unusual and intriguing aspects of this Central African tradition. The image may be considered disturbing or odd to some, but it serves as a powerful reminder of the diverse and complex cultural practices that have shaped human history. This photograph is an invaluable document of the Sara People's history and their unique customs. It invites us to reflect on the significance of tradition and the role it plays in shaping the identities of communities around the world.

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