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Zulu Warriors - Southern Africa
Zulu Warriors - Southern Africa. Note the western-style belts incorporated into traditional body adornments. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11578909
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Belts Shield Southern Spear Spears Tribal Tribesmen Warrior Warriors Zulu
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and culture of Southern Africa with our stunning Fine Art Print of Zulu Warriors, available exclusively through Media Storehouse from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, circa 1910s, showcases the fusion of traditional Zulu body adornments with western influences, represented by the western-style belts. Add this beautiful and thought-provoking print to your home or office decor, and bring a piece of history into your space. Our Fine Art Prints are available under Rights Managed licensing, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity for your collection.
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 53.3cm x 34.4cm (21" x 13.5")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 a group of Zulu warriors, a renowned and formidable tribal force from Southern Africa, circa 1910s. The image offers a striking juxtaposition of traditional African culture and the influence of Western civilization. The warriors, adorned in their intricately designed body paint and feather headdresses, proudly display their weapons - shields and spears - emblematic of their strength and warrior spirit. However, a closer look reveals an unexpected fusion of the old and the new: Western-style belts, a clear indication of the encroachment of European influence. This subtle blend of traditional and modern elements reflects the complex and dynamic nature of cultural exchange during this period. The Zulu people, one of the largest ethnic groups in South Africa, have a rich and complex history. Their military prowess and resilience were legendary, and their kingdom, established in the late 19th century under the leadership of Shaka, was a powerful force in the region. The Zulu Wars, a series of conflicts between the Zulu kingdom and European colonial powers, lasted from 1838 to 1897. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a time when ancient traditions met the modern world, and the indomitable spirit of the Zulu people endured despite the challenges and changes they faced. The image invites us to reflect on the complexities of history, the resilience of cultures, and the enduring power of human spirit.
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