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Children wearing native costume - near Lagos, Nigeria
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Children wearing native costume - near Lagos, Nigeria
Children wearing native costume - near Lagos, Nigeria. Date: 1955
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1955 Headscarf Headscarves Lagos Nigeria Nigerian
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This evocative photograph captures a group of children wearing traditional native costumes as they play and laugh near the bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria in 1955. The children, dressed in vibrant colors and adorned with intricate beadwork and headscarves, embody the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria during the 1950s. The girls wear long, flowing skirts and blouses, their heads adorned with intricately tied headscarves, while the boys sport loincloths and beaded belts. Their joyous expressions and playful interactions with one another convey a sense of innocence and happiness, despite the context of the post-colonial era. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a visual record of the traditional attire and customs that have long been a part of Nigerian culture. The image serves as a reminder of the resilience and continuity of cultural traditions, even in the face of external influences and societal change.
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