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Sierra Leone, West Africa - Raised Shelters - Boy Scarecrows
Sierra Leone, West Africa - Raised Shelters - Boy Scarecrows warding off birds in the rice fields. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 18074942
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Jun18 Leone Live Noise Paddy Platform Protect Protecting Protects Raised Rice Scarecrow Shelter Shelters Sierra Tribesmen Villagers Scarecrows Tribeswomen
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 10cm (5.9" x 3.9")
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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This evocative photograph captures the daily life of the tribespeople in Sierra Leone, West Africa during the 1910s. The scene depicts a group of villagers in traditional attire, working in the paddy rice fields. In the foreground, a young boy stands atop a raised platform shelter, using a gourd to make loud noises to ward off birds. His role as a 'boy scarecrow' is essential to protect the ripening rice from avian predators. The raised shelters, or 'shelters on stilts,' were a common feature of the rural landscape in Sierra Leone. These structures provided protection from the elements and allowed the people to work in the rice fields more efficiently. The ethnic diversity of the villagers is evident in their distinctive clothing and physical features. The photograph offers a glimpse into the agricultural practices and daily life of the people of Sierra Leone during this period. It also highlights the communal spirit and the importance of cooperation in ensuring a successful rice harvest. The image is a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the African people, who continue to thrive in the face of challenges and adversity.
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