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Photographic Print : Vai women, 1906. Creator: Unknown
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Vai women, 1906. Creator: Unknown
Vai women, 1906
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Media ID 36273227
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Illustrations Jean Blackwell Hutson Division Liberia West Africa Liberian New York Public Library Nypl Public Library Schomburg Center For Research West African
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image captures the essence of the Vai women in 1906, as they go about their daily lives. Sourced from Heritage Images, this stunning, unknown creation transports you to a bygone era. Bring the rich history and culture of the Vai people into your home or office with this beautiful, one-of-a-kind photographic print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.8cm (11" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken in 1906, captures a group of Vai women and girls from the town of Tubmanburg in Bomi, Liberia, West Africa. The image, held in the Jean Blackwell Hutson Research and Education Division of The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at the New York Public Library, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Vai people. The women and girls are dressed in their traditional attire, which includes brightly colored fabrics wrapped around their bodies and adorned with intricate beadwork and other decorative elements. The clothing is a testament to the Vai people's unique fashion traditions, which have been passed down through generations. The photograph also reveals the daily life of these women and girls in the early 20th century. They are shown in a relaxed setting, likely in their community, surrounded by their children. The image provides a valuable record of the Vai people's history and cultural practices, which have been influenced by their indigenous traditions and the various external influences that have shaped their identity over time. The Vai people are an ethnic group located in the northwestern part of Liberia, on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. They are known for their complex syllabary, which is one of the oldest surviving writing systems in Africa. The Vai people have also made significant contributions to Liberian society, including the development of a system of commerce based on the exchange of goods and services. This photograph serves as an important reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the Vai people and the importance of preserving and celebrating the diverse traditions and histories of Africa and its people.
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