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Antique Framed Print : Algerian Dancer - Exotic moorish girl with Tambourine
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Algerian Dancer - Exotic moorish girl with Tambourine
Algerian Dancer - Exotic moorish girl with Tambourine Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11580437
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Algeria Algerian Alluring Attractive Bare Breasted Breasts Dancer Entertainer Erotic Exotic Jewellery Moorish Pose Tambourine Temptress
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.5cm x 37.1cm (9.3" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This image captures the allure and mystery of an Algerian dancer from the 1910s, as she gracefully poses with a tambourine in hand. The dancer's exotic beauty is accentuated by her North African heritage, with her dark, expressive eyes, full lips, and bare breasts adorned with intricate jewelry. Her hips sway seductively as she holds the tambourine aloft, inviting the viewer to be transported to another world. The Moorish girl's exoticism was a popular theme during this era, as Europeans were fascinated by the mysterious and alluring cultures of North Africa. This image, with its sensual and intriguing composition, is a testament to the enduring appeal of the exotic other. Despite the eroticized portrayal, it is important to remember that this dancer was likely a skilled entertainer, who used her art to bring joy and wonder to audiences. The tambourine, a common instrument in traditional Algerian music and dance, adds to the authenticity of the scene. This photograph is a precious piece of history, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Algeria and the diverse world of entertainment during the early 20th century. The dancer's hand, placed seductively on her hip, invites us to appreciate the beauty and allure of this exotic, Moorish girl.
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