historically accurate, high-contrast black-and-w...

A historically accurate, high-contrast black-and-white scene set in a 1900s Congo Free State clearing. In the foreground, Force Publique askaris in their distinctive blue Zouave uniforms with red fezes and sashes stand guard, holding 19th-century single-shot rifles. A European officer in a white high-crowned sun helmet and white tunic looks on. The scene depicts the 'Red Rubber' system: a group of Congolese villagers is under heavy guard near a collection point, with some being forced to display