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Bamum Woman - Cameroon - Extensive back scarification
A Bamum Woman and child from Cameroon, Central Africa, showing dramatic and extensive back scarification in regular patterns. Date: circa early 1930s
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Media ID 11581843
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Cameroon Cameroonian Ceremonial Necklace Patternation Patterns Scar Scarification Scars
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the rich cultural heritage of Central Africa into your home with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the Bamum Woman and child. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate and extensive back scarification that is a significant part of the Bamum people's identity. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality metal sheets, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display. Elevate your decor with a unique piece of art that tells a story and adds character to any room.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "Bamum Woman and Child: A Testament to Tradition and Cultural Identity - Extensive Back Scarification in Central Africa, Early 1930s" This evocative photograph captures the essence of the Bamum people from Central Africa, showcasing the intricate and extensive back scarification that has been an essential part of their cultural identity for generations. The Bamum, also known as Bamoum, Bamun, or Bamoun, are an ethnic group residing primarily in the Northwest Region of Cameroon. The woman in the image wears a proud expression, her back adorned with a complex pattern of scars, which were obtained through a series of ceremonial procedures. Scarification was a rite of passage for the Bamum people, symbolizing their transition into adulthood and marking their belonging to the community. The patterns were meticulously designed and applied, often with sharp tools, to signify various aspects of a person's social status, age, and marital status. Accompanying the Bamum woman is her young child, who gazes curiously at the camera. The mother's necklace made of beads and other materials adds to her regal appearance. The photograph, taken in the early 1930s, offers a glimpse into the rich history and traditions of the Bamum people, providing a connection to their past and a testament to their resilience and cultural continuity. The Bamum people's extensive back scarification is a captivating example of the diverse and intriguing cultural practices that can be found throughout Africa. This photograph serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the world's cultural heritage.
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