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South African woman carrying goods on her head
A south african woman, carrying her baby on her back with a wide variety of other goods balanced somewhat precariously (or so it seems to the uninitiated) on her head, including pans, rugs, mats, a large round container and some fabric. Date: circa 1920
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Media ID 7156181
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Balance Balancing Beads Carry Cloths Container Goods Lifts Mats Necklaces Pans Rolls Rugs Supporting Transports Weight Chattels
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating South African woman framed print from our Media Storehouse collection, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image showcases the strength and resilience of a South African woman, skillfully balancing her baby on her back while carrying an impressive array of household essentials atop her head. From vibrant pots and colorful mats to intricately woven baskets, each item adds to the intrigue and allure of this powerful representation of everyday life. Bring this authentic and culturally rich piece into your home or office to inspire and ignite conversations.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.3cm x 40.6cm (10" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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 evocative black-and-white photograph captures the resilience and strength of a South African woman from circa 1920, as she skillfully carries the burden of her daily life on her head. The scene unfolds in a rural setting, where the woman, dressed in traditional attire, supports her baby on her back with a soft cloth wrap. The weight of her chattels, including pans, rugs, mats, a large round container, and some fabric, seems precariously balanced, defying the laws of gravity. Her neck is adorned with intricate beadwork and necklaces, adding to the visual allure of the image. The woman's ability to carry such a heavy load on her head is a testament to the deep-rooted cultural practice of head carrying, which has been a common means of transportation for women in many African societies for centuries. This social custom not only allowed women to multitask, carrying their children and household items at the same time, but also helped to free their hands for other tasks. Despite the apparent precariousness of the load, the woman's posture and expression convey a sense of calm confidence, reflecting her mastery of this age-old technique. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of a South African woman from the early 20th century, highlighting the enduring strength and resilience of African women and their unique ways of coping with the challenges of rural life.
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