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27-NOV-2008

A Konyak warrior. The Konyaks are known for their erstwhile headhunting tradition that was practiced sporadically till a few decades back. A man, who could bring the heads of his victims during the ‘wars' with the other tribes, was entitled to have tattoos on his face and chest. The more heads the warrior collected, the higher his esteem in the society

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Victoria21-Jan-2009 14:08
fantastic shot!!!!!!!
silvia marmori21-Jan-2009 10:57
two kind of tattos he has..
those in dark colours and those as lines..
wrinkles which might tell hundred stories..
Marjan Schavemaker21-Jan-2009 07:27
Mooiiiiiiiiii, Johan! V
Robyco21-Jan-2009 07:21
Great character shot !! (V)
Alain Boussac21-Jan-2009 06:48
A very beautiful face, full of character and magnificently enlightened. A lot of presence. BV.
GP Merfeld20-Jan-2009 23:11
A powerful portrait, full of character and culture. Outstanding.