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San Bushmen rock painting, Lesotho, Southern Africa
A stunning rock painting at Thaba Bosiu (now in Lesotho) drawn by San Bushmen, depicting archers on a hunt (and an inset view if the location scenery). Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 18074038
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Archers Archery Arrows Attack Attacking Basutoland Bowmen Bows Bushman Bushmen Lesotho Shields Southern Spears Tribesmen
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15cm x 10.1cm (5.9" x 4")
Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This rock painting, believed to have been created by the San Bushmen around the 1910s, is a testament to the rich artistic and cultural heritage of Southern Africa. The painting was discovered at Thaba Bosiu, a significant historical site now located in Lesotho. The intricate artwork depicts a group of San Bushmen archers in the midst of a hunt, their focused expressions and determined postures conveying the intensity of the moment. Each archer is shown with a bow and quiver of arrows, their shields and spears at the ready. The stunning scenery of the location is captured in an inset view, with rolling hills and lush vegetation providing a beautiful backdrop to the scene. The San Bushmen, also known as the Basarwa or the First People of Southern Africa, were renowned for their exceptional skills in archery and hunting. This painting offers a unique glimpse into their way of life and their deep connection to the land. The San Bushmen inhabited various regions across Southern Africa, including present-day Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. They were a highly mobile people, living in small groups and subsisting primarily on hunting and gathering. Their art, which includes rock paintings, engravings, and sculptures, is considered some of the oldest and most significant in Africa. Thaba Bosiu, which means "Mountain at Night," is an important historical site in Lesotho, with a rich cultural and political history. The site is home to several significant rock paintings, including this one, and was the site of the first Basotho kingdom, founded by Moshoeshoe I in 1822. The painting is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that continues to inspire and captivate visitors to this day.
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