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War dance of the Bari-Neger of Mozambique, south-east Africa: the musicians work the warriors up into a frenzy of blood lust Date: 1890S
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Bari Blood Drums Frenzy Lust Mozambique Musicians Trumpets Warriors Racial
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and passion of the War Dance of the Bari-Neger people of Mozambique, South-East Africa, during the late 1890s. The Bari-Neger, also known as the Bari or Bihe people, are an ethnic group inhabiting the Angola-Cabinda region along the Congo River. The image portrays a group of musicians, dressed in animal skins and adorned with beads and feathers, working to incite a frenzy of blood lust among the warriors. The musicians, with their drums and trumpets, are the spiritual leaders of the dance, guiding the warriors into a trance-like state. Their faces are painted with intricate designs, reflecting their deep connection to their ancestral traditions. The warriors, dressed in protective armor made from animal hides and bones, are seen in the background, their expressions reflecting the heightened emotions of the moment. The dance was an integral part of Bari-Neger culture, serving as a means of preparing warriors for battle and honoring their ancestors. This photograph provides a rare glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Bari-Neger people during a time of significant change in Africa, as European colonization was spreading across the continent. Despite the challenges and hardships faced by the Bari-Neger and other African communities during this period, their traditions and customs continued to thrive, passing down from generation to generation.
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