Mangbetu
23 ⅝ x 35 ⅜ in (60 x 90cm) - Printed on poly-cotton canvas with light relief of acrylic paint - white wooden frame - 500 copies available with certificate of authenticity.
The elegance and beauty of Mangbetu women, who are distinguished by their elongated hairstyles obtained using a skull deformation technique. These hairstyles, symbols of social status and femininity, have been carefully crafted since childhood using raffia ropes. 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 pearl jewelry are an integral part of their adornment, testifying to their wealth and social status. Beyond their beauty, Mangbetu women occupy essential roles in society, serving as heads of families and preciously passing on knowledge and traditions to future generations.
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