"Cherchez le Chercheur" No. II Resuming the "Cherchez le Chercheur" series set off last week, this picture provides the researcher's view of the presented ceremonial scene. It is, of course, taken from a completely different angle and focuses solely on the protagonists' activities. Also, note that it carries features of an actual group portrait - however stemming from a different, yet intentional arrangement: the 'traditionalists' (priests, chiefs, palace functionaries) are not supposed to stand behind the person preparing the ritual but rather must back the one (in red cloth) who will pour libation on it afterwards. A 'natural' setting offering an opportune access for another protagonist - the photographer.

Look up next week's picture! The same 'traditionalists' - and with them the researcher - will pose for a real group shot in the thick forest of southern Ghana.

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