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Photographic Print : Two Nuer Girls - Upper Nile, Bahr-el-Zaraf, Sudan, Africa
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Two Nuer Girls - Upper Nile, Bahr-el-Zaraf, Sudan, Africa
Two Nuer Girls - Upper Nile, Bahr-el-Zaraf, South Sudan, Africa Date: circa 1910s
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12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Bring the captivating beauty of Africa into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This stunning image, titled "Two Nuer Girls - Upper Nile, Bahr-el-Zaraf, South Sudan, Africa," dates back to the circa 1910s and captures the essence of the Nuer people and their culture. Taken by an unknown photographer and sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed print is a must-have for any art lover or collector seeking to expand their cultural horizons. Add this breathtaking piece to your collection and let its vibrant colors and rich history enrich your space.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.1cm x 30.4cm (7.5" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of two Nuer girls from the Upper Nile region of Bahr-el-Zaraf, Sudan (now South Sudan), circa 1910s. The girls, adorned in traditional attire, display a strong sense of connection and pride in their cultural heritage. Their bare-breasted bodies are adorned with intricate body paint and jewelry, reflecting the rich and complex Nuer customs. The Nuer people are an ethnic group residing primarily in South Sudan's Jonglei and Lakes states. Historically, they were known for their semi-nomadic lifestyle, living in villages along the banks of the White Nile and its tributaries. The Nuer women are renowned for their distinctive hairstyles, often adorned with beads and other decorative elements. In this image, the older girl wears a simple yet elegant beaded necklace, while the younger one holds a small basket on her head, a common carrying method for Nuer women. The girls' expressions are serene, revealing a deep sense of contentment and confidence. Their surroundings - the open savannah, the thatched huts, and the vast expanse of the Nile - underscore the girls' connection to the land and their community. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the lives of these young women, providing a window into a world that has largely been preserved from the outside world. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of cultural preservation and the resilience of communities that have thrived for generations in the African continent.
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