David Ballam Rolled Canvas Prints - Ethiopia's Omo Tribe (120cm x 80cm)

Intrigued and inspired by new faces, places, cultures and customs David focuses his attention on taking any opportunity to travel and explore the African landscape, finding and creating images that transcend the subject matter into Fine Art prints.

These prints are available on canvas and in two sizes.

Canvas:

120cm x 80cm

120cm x 180cm

If you would like to know more about the sizes, paper option, stretched canvas/ framed options, please email heythere@curiosityafricanboutique.com for more information.

Please note each print is made upon order and there is a lead time of 7-10 working days lead time on each print. 

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Experience the captivating world of the Omo Valley tribes through the mesmerizing black and white portraits by David Ballam. Situated in the Southwest of Ethiopia, near the borders of Kenya and Sudan, the Omo Valley is an integral part of the Ethiopian sector of the East African Rift Valley System.

Home to over 16 tribes encompassing diverse ethnic and language groups, the Omo Valley is a cultural treasure with an estimated 200,000 tribal inhabitants. Regarded as among the most intriguing and distinct tribes in Africa and beyond, these tribes adorn themselves with embroidered animal skins, vibrant beads, shells, clay plates, and intricate body paintings and scarifications.

Distinctive adornments vary from tribe to tribe, allowing one to identify a person's tribal affiliation and social status. Each tribe boasts its own rich traditions, beliefs, and customs, preserving their unique ways of life.

Delve into the mesmerising world of the Omo Valley tribes as David Ballam's black and white portraits capture their essence, showcasing the beauty and cultural richness that continues to thrive in this extraordinary corner of the world.

Dimensions of Packaging : Height: 140cm; Length: 10cm; Width: 10cm, Weight: 3/4kg

Stretched Canvas Dimensions: 120cm x 80cm