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Madagascan Sakalave (Sakalava) Woman
Woman from the Sakalava Tribe, who live on the western edge of Madagascar from Morandava to Nosy Be. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14380776
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Adornment Afro Blank Expression Facial Feb16 Gaze Hairstyle Jewellery Madagascan Madagascar Necklace Necklaces Nose Nostril Stare Staring Stud Sakalava
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Madagascan Sakalave Woman poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the western coast of Madagascar in the 1910s. The Sakalava woman, a proud representative of this fascinating tribe, is adorned in traditional attire, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of this unique region. Bring the beauty and history of Madagascar into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality poster print. Order now and let this evocative image inspire and captivate you every day.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 38.4cm x 59.4cm (15.1" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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 photograph captures the enigmatic gaze of a Sakalava woman from Madagascar, dating back to the 1910s. Hailing from the western coast of Madagascar, the Sakalava people have a rich cultural heritage that is deeply intertwined with their unique traditions and customs. The woman in the image is adorned with intricate necklaces, each one a testament to her tribal affiliation and status. Her hair, an impressive afro, is styled in a way that accentuates her regal features. The Sakalava people are known for their distinctive hairstyles, which often involve intricate braids and the use of natural materials like beeswax and palm oil to keep the hair in place. One of the most striking features of the Sakalava people is their use of body adornments. In this photograph, the woman wears a nose stud, a common form of jewelry among the Sakalava women. Nostril studs made of shells, bone, or metal have been a part of their traditional adornment for centuries. The Sakalava people have a strong connection to the Indian Ocean, which is reflected in their vibrant and diverse culture. Their facial expressions, like the woman in the photograph, often convey a blank or staring gaze, which can be both intriguing and mesmerizing. This image offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Sakalava people, a people whose traditions and customs continue to captivate and inspire us today.
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