Canvas Print : Samuel Baker, explorer in East Africa
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Samuel Baker, explorer in East Africa
Samuel Baker, explorer in East Africa, with his wife Florence, near the Karuma Falls. The natives assume he is Spekes brother, because their beards are similar. Date: circa 1864
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Media ID 14230387
© The Sharp Illustration Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1864 Augustus Awning Baker Exploration Explorer Explorers Falls Florence Grant Hanning Heroes Huts Meal Natives Samuel Shield Shields Spear Spears Speke
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Discover the captivating allure of the past with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the iconic image of Samuel Baker, the intrepid explorer of East Africa. This breathtaking photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures Baker and his wife Florence, with their beards causing a mistaken assumption among the natives that they are brothers of the famous Speke. Circa 1864, this image transports you back in time, immersing you in the rich history of exploration and adventure. Our premium quality canvas prints bring out the finest details, ensuring your new artwork becomes a cherished addition to your home or office décor.
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 Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
In this evocative photograph taken circa 1864, English explorer Samuel Baker (1821-1893) and his wife Florence Baker (1841-1926) are depicted in a tranquil moment near the breathtaking Karuma Falls in East Africa. The couple, both dressed in Victorian attire, sit under the shade of an awning, surrounded by the lush vegetation of the African landscape. Samuel Baker, a renowned British explorer, had made a name for himself by discovering the sources of the Nile's Bahr el Jebel and Bahr el Ghazal tributaries in the late 1850s. His wife, Florence, accompanied him on many of his expeditions, making her one of the first European women to venture into the heart of Africa. Despite their Western appearance, the local natives, who were unfamiliar with Europeans, assumed Samuel Baker was the brother of John Hanning Speke, another famous British explorer, due to their similar beards. Speke, who had also explored the region and discovered the source of the Nile, had a distinctive beard that was widely known. In the background of the photograph, native huts and their inhabitants can be seen, some of whom are armed with spears and shields. The juxtaposition of the European explorers and the African people highlights the cultural divide between the two worlds, as well as the sense of adventure and discovery that characterized the Victorian era. This image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world was still being explored, and the unknown was a source of fascination and wonder. The photograph is a testament to the indomitable spirit of exploration and the courage of those who dared to venture into the unknown, leaving a lasting impact on history.
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