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Antique Framed Print : St. Louis / Senegal / 135
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St. Louis / Senegal / 135
St.Louis
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Media ID 602899
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10123873
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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.4cm (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 evocative image transports us back in time to the historic city of St. Louis, Senegal, in 1835. Established in 1659 by French colonizers, St. Louis was once a thriving colonial outpost and an important trade center between Africa and Europe. The city was named after King Louis IX of France and was strategically located at the confluence of the Senegal and River Gambia, providing easy access to the rich natural resources of the region. In this photograph, we see the iconic palm tree-lined promenade of St. Louis, with the majestic silhouette of the historic fortress, Fort Saint-Louis, standing proudly in the background. The fortress, built in 1672, served as a symbol of French power and control in the region for over two centuries. The palm trees, a symbol of the tropical climate and the abundance of natural resources, add a sense of tranquility and beauty to the scene. The image also captures the vibrant colors of the African textiles and the bustling activity of the local population, adding to the rich cultural tapestry of this historic city. This photograph is a testament to the rich history and cultural significance of St. Louis, Senegal, a city that has played an important role in the global history of trade, exploration, and colonialism. Today, St. Louis remains an important cultural and historical site, attracting tourists from around the world who come to explore its fascinating past and experience its unique blend of African and European influences.
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