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Antique Framed Print : Mali / Timbuktu 1870
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Mali / Timbuktu 1870
General view of Timbuktu
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Media ID 578852
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14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.5cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken in 1870, offers a rare glimpse into the enigmatic city of Timbuktu, then part of the French Sudan, in what is now modern-day Mali, Africa. Timbuktu, also known as Tombouktu, was a significant center of Islamic learning and commerce during the medieval period, attracting scholars, traders, and travelers from across the Islamic world. The image reveals a bustling scene of mud-brick houses, some adorned with intricate geometric patterns, lining the winding alleys and narrow streets. The Sankore Mosque, one of the city's most iconic landmarks, can be seen in the background, its minarets reaching towards the sky. The bustling marketplace, where merchants traded salt, gold, and slaves, is situated in the foreground, with camels and other pack animals laden with goods. The photograph also reveals the daily life of the people of Timbuktu. Women in colorful robes and headscarves can be seen going about their tasks, while men engage in various activities, including repairing a cart or tending to their livestock. The photograph captures the vibrant and diverse culture of this ancient city, which has left an indelible mark on world history. Despite its rich history, Timbuktu faced numerous challenges, including political instability, drought, and the trans-Saharan slave trade. The city's fortunes began to decline in the late 19th century, when European powers began to encroach upon the region. Today, Timbuktu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and efforts are underway to preserve its historic buildings and promote sustainable development in the region.
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