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Mounted Print : Young couple of the Meos tribe, Laos, South East Asia
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Young couple of the Meos tribe, Laos, South East Asia
Young couple of the Meos tribe, Laos, South East Asia (then a French colony). The woman wears long curved silver earrings, and the man wears a silver necklace with a long chain and rectangular pendant. Date: 1922
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Media ID 23086646
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Earring Earrings Today 1922 Laotian Racial
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Experience the rich cultural diversity of South East Asia with our stunning mounted photo from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a young couple from the Meos tribe in Laos. Captured in a French colony era, this image showcases the woman's intricate traditional attire, including long curved silver earrings. Bring this captivating piece of history into your home or office as a conversation starter and a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the world around us. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 14.3cm (8" x 5.6")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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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This evocative photograph captures the essence of a young Meo couple from Laos, South East Asia, during the early 1920s when Laos was still a French colony. The woman, adorned with intricately designed long curved silver earrings, gazes intently at her partner, her traditional costume adding to the ethereal atmosphere of the image. The man, wearing a silver necklace with a long chain and a rectangular pendant, looks steadfastly at the camera, his expression revealing a sense of pride and dignity. The Meo people, also known as the Hmong, are an ethnic group originating from China, but they have a rich cultural history in Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia. Their traditional attire, which includes embroidered clothing and intricate silver jewelry, reflects their unique heritage and connection to the land. This photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of the Meo people during a time of significant change, as European colonial powers began to exert their influence over the region. The image serves as a reminder of the diverse cultural tapestry that exists in the world and the importance of preserving the customs and traditions of different communities. The photograph, taken in 1922, is a poignant representation of the human spirit and the enduring power of love and connection, transcending cultural and historical boundaries. Today, the Meo people continue to thrive and maintain their traditions, providing a valuable link to the past and a reminder of the richness and diversity of human history.
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