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Central Africa - Oubangui People - Gan za Dance
In 1924-1925, Georges Marie Haardt and Louis Audouin-Dubreuil set out on the second Citron Mission to Central Africa. This card shows the indigenous people of Oubangui in traditional costume, preparing for the ritual Gan za Dance. Oubangui-Chari, or Ubangi-Shari, was a French territory in central Africa which later became the independent country of the Central African Republic on August 13, 1960
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Dancers Marie Mission Ritual 1925 Chari Dubreuil
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.5cm (15.6" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the Oubangui people of Central Africa in the midst of preparing for the traditional Gan za Dance, as documented by French explorers Georges Marie Haardt and Louis Audouin-Dubreuil during their second Citron Mission in 1924-1925. The mission, which took place in the territory of Oubangui-Chari, or Ubangi-Shari, now the Central African Republic, aimed to explore and document the region's culture and history. The image showcases the vibrant and intricate costumes worn by the dancers, adorned with beads, feathers, and other natural materials. The crosses worn around their necks and arms reflect the influence of Christian missionaries who had previously made contact with the community. The Gan za Dance was an essential part of the Oubangui people's cultural heritage, serving as a means of celebrating their identity and connecting with their ancestors. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its documentation of a moment in time when European explorers were still discovering and recording the rich cultural traditions of Central Africa. The image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a visual representation of the customs and practices that have shaped the region's diverse and complex history. As we look at this image, we are transported back to a time when the world was still being explored and documented, and where the interplay of cultures and traditions continues to shape the tapestry of human history. The Oubangui people's resilience and the enduring nature of their traditions serve as a testament to the power of culture to unite and inspire, even in the face of change and adversity.
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