Wall decoration - France
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Vintage black-and-white ethnographic photographic print depicting a Grand Baga Nimba mask, captured during a West African ritual, framed with mat and an overall format of approximately 44 x 44 cm; paper material, origin France, circa 1960–1970, thickness 2 cm, height 44 cm, width 44 cm, in good condition with some aging wear and a crease bottom right.
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Vintage silver gelatin print with ethnographic character depicting a Grand Baga Nimba mask, captured during a ritual in West Africa, probably Guinea. This imposing ceremonial headdress, emblematic of Baga culture, is worn during public performances linked to agricultural cycles, fertility, and prosperity.
The photograph highlights the sculptural structure of the mask as well as the elements of the costume made from plant fibers, in a sober and legible composition. The black-and-white tones emphasize contrasts and reveal with precision the textures and volumes, in a documentary approach typical of ethnographic prints of the 20th century.
Presented under a matte and framed, the overall total format is approximately 44 X 44 cm, suitable for wall display.
The condition is fair considering its age: signs of wear and a visible crease at the bottom right of the print. These marks do not significantly affect the reading of the image. The framing is in good overall condition.
Vintage silver gelatin print with ethnographic character depicting a Grand Baga Nimba mask, captured during a ritual in West Africa, probably Guinea. This imposing ceremonial headdress, emblematic of Baga culture, is worn during public performances linked to agricultural cycles, fertility, and prosperity.
The photograph highlights the sculptural structure of the mask as well as the elements of the costume made from plant fibers, in a sober and legible composition. The black-and-white tones emphasize contrasts and reveal with precision the textures and volumes, in a documentary approach typical of ethnographic prints of the 20th century.
Presented under a matte and framed, the overall total format is approximately 44 X 44 cm, suitable for wall display.
The condition is fair considering its age: signs of wear and a visible crease at the bottom right of the print. These marks do not significantly affect the reading of the image. The framing is in good overall condition.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Material
Paper
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
44 cm
Width
44 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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