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Cave painting: Kondusi stick dance, Tanzania
Kondusi stick dance. Reproduction of an African painting depicting the Kondusi stick dance. The stylized figures wielding sticks wear bushy head- dresses or hair-styles. This painting was found at Kondusi, central Tanzania. The figures are " Kolo- type figures", known for their stylized head- dresses. The painting may date 25, 000 years BP. This reproduction is in the Nairobi National Museum
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11"x8.5" Photo Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of Tanzania with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This stunning image captures the essence of the Kondusi stick dance, a traditional African performance filled with energy and rhythm. Reproduced from an original cave painting, the stylized figures wielding sticks don bushy head-dresses or hair-styles that add to the vibrant and captivating display. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of world culture to your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 19.2cm (11" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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.
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This print showcases a reproduction of an ancient African cave painting known as the Kondusi stick dance. Originating from central Tanzania, this remarkable artwork depicts stylized figures engaging in the traditional Kondusi stick dance, adorned with bushy head-dresses or intricate hair-styles. The figures portrayed in this painting are recognized as "Kolo-type figures" renowned for their distinctive and elaborate head-dresses. Believed to potentially date back 25,000 years BP (Before Present), this extraordinary piece offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of early human civilizations. Preserved within the Nairobi National Museum, this reproduction serves as a testament to our ongoing efforts to study and appreciate humanity's artistic legacy. The significance of cave paintings like these extends beyond mere aesthetics; they provide invaluable insights into cognitive archaeology and paleontology. Through careful analysis of such rock paintings, researchers can unravel mysteries surrounding ancient societies' belief systems, social structures, and rituals. Science Photo Library proudly presents this mesmerizing image that captures both the beauty and historical importance of Africa's cave art tradition. It serves as a reminder that art has always been an integral part of human existence – transcending time and connecting us with our ancestors' creativity and imagination.
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