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19th Century Original Photograph of Beja Warriors, Sudan

$1,450

£1,100.81

€1,269.06

CA$2,051.23

A$2,208.33

CHF 1,182.60

MX$26,609.60

NOK 14,921.18

SEK 13,655.29

DKK 9,482.90

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:
19th Century
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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