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Seydou Keïta: Photographs, Bamako, Mali 1948–1963
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Seydou Keïta: Photographs, Bamako, Mali 1948–1963

Collector Grade · C- Rarity · Common Deal · Fair Confidence · Medium
Oversized Hardcover with Slipcase English 412 pages 29.2 x 36.8 cm 3.67 kg

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Rarity 2.4/100 · Collector 0/100 · Deal 65.77/100 · Listings: 11 · Avg price: $653.93 · Min price: $325.00

Description

A study in mid-20th century portraiture, this collection captures individuals in Bamako, Mali, through precise composition and natural light. The photographs reveal a rich visual language of personal style, social identity, and post-colonial urban life from 1948 to 1963.

The work of Seydou Keïta is presented over 412 pages, documenting intimate moments that balance formality and spontaneity. The images reflect the dignity and aspirations of the subjects, framed against minimalist backdrops that emphasize their presence and the textures of clothing and accessories.

Printed by Steidl in 2011, Photographs, Bamako, Mali 1948–1963 offers an extensive archive of cultural history, visual anthropology, and the artistry of one of Africa’s most important photographers.