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After Nicolaas Henneman (1813-98)
'Zulu Caffir & Woman'; Zulu warrior and woman 1892 copy after an original of 14 Jun 1853
Carbon print | 11.2 x 8.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2905924
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Photograph of a full length portrait of a Zulu warrior Chief who is standing and facing the viewer with a spear in his right hand. He wears furs and part of a leopard skin, and feathers on his head. On the right is seated a female Zulu (possibly his wife). By the feet of the Chief are a bowl and pot with a shield in the background.
The 1892 carbon copy print is adhered over the top of the original albumen print.Provenance
Collected and arranged by Prince Albert
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Creator(s)
(photographer)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Carbon print
Measurements
11.2 x 8.5 cm (image)
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