Photo Mug : Outdoor kitchen, Sierra Leone, West Africa
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Outdoor kitchen, Sierra Leone, West Africa
Outdoor kitchen in a native village, Sierra Leone, West Africa. Date: circa 1920
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Media ID 14405210
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Cooking Huts Kitchen Leone Natives Primitive Roof Sierra Straw
Photo Mug
Bring the vibrant culture of Sierra Leone's native villages into your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an evocative image of an outdoor kitchen from circa 1920, sourced from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, these mugs showcase the rich history and beauty of West Africa. Each mug holds your favorite beverage and serves as a unique conversation starter, allowing you to savor the flavors of your drink while immersing yourself in the captivating story of this image. Order yours today and make every sip an adventure.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of daily life in a native village in Sierra Leone, West Africa during the 1920s. The image showcases a group of men and women gathered around an outdoor kitchen, preparing a meal using traditional methods. The kitchen is constructed from a series of huts with thatched roofs made of straw and grass. The simplicity of the structures highlights the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the community, as they make use of the natural materials available to them. In the foreground, a man carefully tends to a fire, while others chop wood and prepare ingredients. Smoke rises from the cooking pots, filling the air with the aroma of a hearty meal. Nearby, women tend to the trees and animals, ensuring the sustainability of their community. The scene is idyllic, yet the stark reality of the primitive living conditions is evident. The villagers rely on the land and its resources to survive, and their daily routine is one of hard work and perseverance. The image offers a glimpse into a way of life that has largely disappeared, as modernization and globalization have brought about significant changes to communities across Africa. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and traditions that continue to thrive in Sierra Leone and other parts of West Africa. Despite the challenges and hardships faced by these communities, their resilience and determination to preserve their way of life is a testament to the human spirit.
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