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Marriage custom, Uganda, 1920. Artist: CW Hattersley
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Marriage custom, Uganda, 1920. Artist: CW Hattersley
Marriage custom, Uganda, 1920. Wedding gifts for the bride, including a dozen bunches of bananas, a dozen fowl in a large basket and salt eggs. A print from Customs of the World, Hutchinson and Company, 1920
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In this photograph taken in Uganda in 1920, we catch a glimpse of a traditional marriage custom. The artist, CW Hattersley, beautifully captures the essence of this momentous occasion. The focal point of the image is a large basket filled with an array of wedding gifts for the bride. A dozen bunches of bananas are carefully arranged alongside a dozen fowl, symbolizing abundance and prosperity. These offerings represent not only sustenance but also serve as tokens of love and care from the groom's family to his new bride. The portrait showcases individuals carrying out their roles within this age-old tradition. Their expressions reveal both excitement and reverence for the customs being observed. The birds perched on top add an element of liveliness to the scene, perhaps representing freedom or good fortune. This photograph provides us with a window into African culture during the early 20th century. It highlights how deeply rooted traditions were honored and celebrated during significant life events such as weddings. As we admire this print from "Customs of the World" published by Hutchinson and Company in 1920, we are reminded that despite our diverse backgrounds, there are universal values that connect us all – love, family bonds, and cherished customs passed down through generations.
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