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Canvas Print : Mother carries her baby, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa
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Mother carries her baby, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa
Mother carries her baby, in a sling on her back, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa Date: circa 1930s
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Media ID 14409412
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Experience the rich cultural connection of this beautiful black-and-white photograph from the past. Our Canvas Print of "Mother carries her baby, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa" captures a heartwarming moment of a mother's love and devotion, as she carries her baby in a sling on her back in the bustling streets of Freetown. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you on a journey back in time, with its timeless appeal and intriguing storytelling. Add a touch of history and world culture to your home or office decor with our high-quality Canvas Prints, expertly printed on premium canvas material for a vibrant and long-lasting finish.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33.4cm x 53.3cm (13.1" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
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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In this evocative photograph, captured in the heart of Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa during the 1930s, a mother tenderly cradles her sleeping baby, securely tucked against her back in a traditional African sling. The mother's expression is one of deep contentment and love, her eyes closed in peaceful repose as she goes about her daily tasks. The baby, wrapped snugly in cloth, sleeps soundly, undisturbed by the hustle and bustle of the bustling marketplace that surrounds them. The vibrant colors and textures of the scene are a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Sierra Leone. The mother's intricately patterned wrapper and the colorful fabrics of the market stalls create a visual feast for the eyes, transporting us back in time to a place of simple beauty and grace. Despite the challenges and hardships that life in Freetown during the 1930s undoubtedly presented, this image offers a poignant reminder of the enduring bond between mother and child. The use of the African sling, a traditional method of carrying infants that has been used for centuries in West Africa, adds an extra layer of cultural significance to the photograph. This image offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of a community that has long been shaped by a unique blend of African and European influences. It is a poignant reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit, and the power of love to transcend the challenges of everyday life. The photograph is a beautiful and poignant reminder of the universal experience of motherhood, and the deep connection that exists between mothers and their children, no matter where they may be in the world. It is a testament to the power of photography to capture and preserve moments in time, allowing us to connect with the past and appreciate the richness and diversity of human experience.
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