1925 Print Shantz Bukama Tribe Village Congo Portrait Tattoo Textile Racism XGB6

This is an original 1925 halftone print of a portrait of a woman in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The caption writes, "Considered a ravishing beauty in her own tribe, though it is rather difficult for Europeans to reconcile beauty with negroid features, a bulging abdomen, a body covered with cicatrizations, and a soot black skin." Photography by Dr. H. L. Shantz.

CONDITION

This 86+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.5 x 6.75 inches; 11 x 17 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: racial, Africa, African, woman

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