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Old Chief of the French Congo
Elderly Chief of the Bacouli Tribe in the French Congo (the present-day area of the Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and the Central African Republic). Date: circa 1910s
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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 17cm x 24.4cm (6.7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the dignified presence of an elderly chief of the Bacouli Tribe in the French Congo, circa 1910s. The chief, with his muscular build and regal bearing, is shown seated on a large, ornate mat, surrounded by a group of younger men, who appear to be members of his council or personal guard. The chief's intricately patterned clothing and the elaborate headdress adorning his bald head are symbols of his high rank and authority within his community. The Bacouli Tribe, one of the many ethnic groups inhabiting the present-day Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and the Central African Republic, lived in the dense equatorial forests of Central Africa. The region was a significant area of French colonial expansion in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and the Bacouli people, like many other African tribes, came into contact with European explorers, traders, and administrators. Despite the encroachment of European influence, the Bacouli people managed to preserve many aspects of their traditional culture, including their religious beliefs, social structures, and artistic expressions. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rich and complex history of African societies during a time of profound change. It is a poignant reminder of the resilience and continuity of African traditions in the face of colonialism and the larger forces of global history. The photograph's composition, with the chief at the center, framed by the attentive faces of his followers, conveys a sense of unity and solidarity within the tribe. The image also highlights the importance of community and leadership in the lives of the Bacouli people, values that continue to resonate with us today.
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