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Dressing Fante Ladys hair - Sekondi, Gold Coast, Africa
Dressing a Fanti (Fante) Ladys hair - Sekondi, Gold Coast, West Africa (modern Ghana). Date: circa 1910s
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Afro Comb Distinctive Dressing Fante Ghana Ghanaian Hairdresser Hairdressing Hairstyle Ladys Shape Shaping Spikes
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 25cm x 39.6cm (9.8" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
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 intricate process of dressing a Fanti lady's hair in Sekondi, Gold Coast (now Takoradi, Ghana) during the 1910s. The Fante people, an ethnic group residing along the coast of present-day Ghana, are renowned for their distinctive hairstyles that reflect their rich cultural heritage. In this image, a skilled hairdresser meticulously shapes the woman's hair using a large, curved comb and her nimble fingers. The hairstyle features spiky, raised sections, which were a popular choice among Fanti women during this era. The Afro-shaped crown adds volume and texture, while the sides are neatly combed back, creating a striking contrast. The Fanti people have a deep connection to their hair, which is often adorned with beads, braids, and other decorative elements. Hairstyles were not only a sign of beauty but also served as a means of identifying one's tribe or social status. Dressing a lady's hair was considered an art form and was often a communal activity, with women gathering to help each other prepare for special occasions. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history and cultural traditions of the Fante people and the significance of hair in their daily lives. The intricate hairstyles, passed down through generations, continue to be a source of pride and inspiration for many Ghanaians today.
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