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19th Century Original Photograph of Beja Warriors, Sudan

$1,450
£1,100.23
€1,258.01
CA$2,025.26
A$2,251.81
CHF 1,175.77
MX$27,410.01
NOK 15,002.33
SEK 14,056.46
DKK 9,388.77
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About the Item

An original 19th century albumen studio portrait of two Beja warriors from Sudan. The Beja are a group of nomadic shepherds who live scattered across the desert regions of Sudan, Egypt and Eritrea. The Bejas attach a high importance to their hair. Their prominent crown of fuzzy hair (called tiffa) has characterized the Beja for centuries.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
    Sudan
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Image mounted on cardboard backing.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU104801316262

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