FEATURES:Printed on 240g fine art paper, under soft glass in a black wooden frame.
LIMITED EDITION:Certificate of authenticity included, 150 copies available.
Original painting :Sold, Year of creation 2006
Description
This work symbolizes truth, purity and honesty.
Discover the elegance and beauty of the Mangbetu women, who are distinguished by their elongated hairstyles achieved through skull deformation techniques. These hairstyles, symbols of social status and femininity, are carefully shaped from childhood using raffia cords. The Mangbetu, an indigenous people living in the Ituri region of the Democratic Republic of Congo, are renowned for their rich culture and unique traditional practices. Mangbetu culture also values physical aesthetics, with the use of natural pigments for body decoration and delicate tattoos on the face and body. Ivory, copper, and bead jewelry are integral parts of their adornment, reflecting their wealth and social status. Beyond their beauty, Mangbetu women play essential roles in society, serving as heads of families and diligently passing down knowledge and traditions to future generations.
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