Initates head is shaved by Mohamed Amin

Initates head is shaved, in brief

Title: Initates head is shaved
Artist: Mohamed Amin (1943–1996)
Artist born in: Kenya
Date: 1976
Where to see it: Mohamed Amin Foundation, Nairobi, Kenya

Which museum holds Initates head is shaved?

Mohamed Amin Foundation

Nairobi, Kenya

A Window Into Africa’s Soul: The Legacy of Mohamed Amin In the vibrant, pulsing heart of Nairobi, tucked away from the frenetic energy of the city, lies a sanctuary of memory and a profound testament to the power of the lens. The Mohamed Amin Foundation is far more than a mere repository of images; it is a living, breathing archive that captures the very essence of postcolonial Africa. Established to honor the monumental legacy of the legendary Kenyan photojournalist Mohamed “Mo” Amin, the foundation serves as a bridge between the historical struggles of a continent and its vibrant, unfolding future.

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Where can I see the original "Initates head is shaved" by Mohamed Amin?

The original "Initates head is shaved" by Mohamed Amin is held at the Mohamed Amin Foundation, Nairobi, Kenya. A reproduction allows the work to be displayed at home.

When was "Initates head is shaved" made?

The creation of "Initates head is shaved" by Mohamed Amin is dated 1976.

Is "Initates head is shaved" by Mohamed Amin in the public domain?

The copyright answer for "Initates head is shaved" by Mohamed Amin: the work is still protected by copyright. This determines whether reproductions of the image may be freely made.

Which artist is "Initates head is shaved" attributed to?

"Initates head is shaved" is attributed to Mohamed Amin.

At what age did Mohamed Amin make "Initates head is shaved"?

When "Initates head is shaved" was created in 1976, Mohamed Amin - born in 1943 - was 33 years old.

Why is the copyright status of "Initates head is shaved" what it is?

The copyright status of "Initates head is shaved" - still protected by copyright - follows from the artist's death in 1996.

Is "Initates head is shaved" by Mohamed Amin kept in the artist's home country?

Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. The birth country of Mohamed Amin is Kenya, and the museum holding the original of "Initates head is shaved" is in Kenya.

About the artist, Mohamed Amin

1943–1996, Kenya

Mohamed Amin

The Eye of a Continent: The Legacy of Mohamed Amin In the vast, shifting tapestry of twentieth-century African history, few figures captured the raw, unvarnished pulse of the continent quite like Mohamed Amin. Born in 1943 in Eastleigh, Nairobi, Amin was more than a mere observer; he was a visual chronicler whose lens pierced through the veil of distance to bring the profound realities of African life into the global consciousness. Growing up within the vibrant Kenyan Punjab heritage, his early fascination with the power of the image laid the groundwork for a career defined by an almost relentless pursuit of truth. His journey was not merely one of professional ascent but a lifelong mission to ensure that the stories of his people—ranging from the triumphs of independence to the harrowing depths of humanitarian catastrophe—were witnessed by the world.

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