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Kenya - Kikuyu
An old Kikuyu Chief - Kenya, East Africa. The President of the United States Barack Obamas Grandfather was alledgedly imprisoned as a Mau Mau guerilla (dominated by the Kikuyu) during the movement for Kenyan independence from Britain in the late 1940s. Date: circa 1910s
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Age D Chief Cloak Elderly Kenya Kenyan Kikuyu Staff Stick
20x30 inch Poster Print
"Discover the rich history and culture of Kenya with our stunning poster prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, titled "Kenya - Kikuyu," showcases an old Kikuyu chief from East Africa, a tribe with deep historical significance in Kenyan history. With connections to Kenyan leader Barack Obama's family lineage, this print offers a unique glimpse into the past. The high-quality print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, brings the essence of Kenya right into your home or office. Order now and add a touch of African heritage to your space."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.9cm x 76.8cm (19.3" x 30.2")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
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.
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, an old Kikuyu chief, dressed in traditional attire, sits solemnly in his village compound in Kenya, East Africa. The date of this image is estimated to be from the 1910s, a time when the Kikuyu people were fighting for their independence from British colonial rule. The Kikuyu are the largest ethnic group in Kenya, and their history is marked by periods of resistance and struggle. One notable figure from this community is Barack Obama's grandfather, Hussein Onyango Obama, who was allegedly imprisoned as a Mau Mau guerilla during the Mau Mau uprising in the late 1940s. The Mau Mau movement, primarily made up of the Kikuyu, Embu, and Meru peoples, sought to overthrow British rule through armed resistance. The chief in this photograph wears a colorful cloak and holds a staff, symbols of his authority and wisdom. He sits in front of a wall, perhaps the entrance to his compound, surrounded by the simple huts of his village. The image captures the essence of a bygone era, evoking a sense of history, tradition, and resilience. The Kikuyu people have a rich cultural heritage, and their history is a testament to their strength and determination. This photograph serves as a reminder of their past struggles and the importance of preserving their history for future generations. The legacy of the Kikuyu chief and the Mau Mau movement continues to shape the political, social, and cultural landscape of Kenya and beyond.
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