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Fetish Doctor, Sierra Leone, West Africa
Fetish Doctor, Sierra Leone, West Africa - smiling and holding an array of spears. Date: circa 1930s
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Media ID 14409400
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating allure of African culture with our Fine Art Print of Fetish Doctor from Sierra Leone, available in the Media Storehouse range. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the enigmatic smile and the intriguing collection of spears held by the traditional healer. A striking addition to any home or office, this fine art print invites you to explore the rich history and traditions of West Africa. Bring a touch of the exotic and mysterious into your space, and let this timeless piece ignite your imagination.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 32.9cm x 53.3cm (13" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the enigmatic figure of a Fetish Doctor from Sierra Leone, West Africa, smiling warmly as he holds an array of spears. Dating back to the 1930s, this image offers a glimpse into the rich and complex traditional religious beliefs and practices that have long shaped the lives of people in this region. Fetish doctors, also known as witch doctors or spiritual healers, have played a crucial role in West African societies for centuries. They are believed to possess the ability to communicate with the spirit world, heal illnesses, and protect communities from harm. Their tools and weapons, such as the spears seen in this photograph, are imbued with spiritual power and used in various rituals and ceremonies. Despite the passage of time and the influence of modern medicine, the practice of fetish doctoring continues to thrive in Sierra Leone and other parts of West Africa. This enduring tradition reflects the deep-rooted belief in the interconnectedness of the physical and spiritual realms, and the importance of maintaining harmony and balance within individuals and communities. The smiling face of this Fetish Doctor adds an intriguing layer to the image, as it challenges the common perception of these healers as fearsome or ominous figures. Instead, this photograph invites us to see the human side of a complex and multifaceted belief system, and to appreciate the resilience and adaptability of traditional spiritual practices in the face of contemporary challenges.
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