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The raising of the French flag at Timbuktu, 1894. Artist: Frederic Lix
The raising of the French flag at Timbuktu, 1894. The French began military incursions into the area in 1880. The French occupied the city of Timbuktu in 1894 in an attempt to stop the Tuareg from disrupting trade routes across the Sahara. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 12th February 1894
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Desert Frederic Frederic Lix Frederic Theodore Frederic Theodore Lix Mali Sahara Sahara Desert Tricolour Print Collector4 Timbuktu
Greetings Card (A5)
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Greetings Card featuring the iconic image of The Raising of the French Flag at Timbuktu in 1894. This historical masterpiece, painted by Frederic Lix in 1896-98, captures the pivotal moment when the French began their military occupation of the city to halt the Tuareg advance. Add a touch of history and culture to your correspondence with this exquisite card from Heritage Images. AccuSoft Inc. holds the rights to this timeless artwork. Order now and let the story unfold.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
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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The Raising of the French Flag at Timbuktu, 1894
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a significant moment in history - the raising of the French flag at Timbuktu in 1894. Painted by Frederic Lix, this artwork showcases an event that marked France's military incursions into the region since 1880. The city of Timbuktu, located in Mali, was occupied by French forces as they aimed to quell disruptions caused by the Tuareg people along vital trade routes across the Sahara desert. The tricolour banner stands tall against a backdrop of golden sand dunes and vast stretches of arid landscape. In this scene, we witness a group of soldiers proudly hoisting their nation's flag atop a makeshift pole. These brave men represent France's army and their determination to establish control over this strategic location. Their presence signifies not only colonialism but also warfare and occupation during the late 19th century. As we delve into this historical masterpiece from Le Petit Journal dated February 12th, 1894, it becomes evident that it encapsulates more than just geographical features or artistic expression. It symbolizes power struggles between nations and continents while shedding light on Africa's complex relationship with European powers during this era. Frederic Theodore Lix skillfully brings together color and concept to create an evocative image that reminds us of our shared past and its impact on present-day realities.
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