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Mali / Timbuktu 1870
General view of Timbuktu
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15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the enchanting history of Mali and Timbuktu into your home with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image of General View of Timbuktu from Mary Evans Picture Library. This premium metal print showcases Mary Evans Prints Online's exquisite 'Mali / Timbuktu 1870' photograph in brilliant detail, with vibrant colors and exceptional clarity. The advanced metallic coating not only enhances the image's visual appeal but also provides a sleek, modern look that is sure to impress. Preserve the rich history of Timbuktu and enhance your interior décor with this beautiful and durable Metal Print from Media Storehouse.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) 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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