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A sandstorm in the Sudanese desert
A sandstorm in the Sudanese desert - an immense cloud of sand rises up over the Fort and British Barracks, Khartoum, Sudan. Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 18076104
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Barracks Cloud Clouds Desert Enveloping Fort Huge Immense Khartoum Phenomena Rises Sand Storm Sudan Sudanese Sandstorm
Photo Mug
Bring the breathtaking beauty of the Sudanese desert to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an evocative image of a sandstorm engulfing Fort and British Barracks in Khartoum during the 1920s, these mugs transport you to another time and place. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality, vibrant images from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring your favorite memories or inspiring artwork are showcased in stunning detail. Perfect for sipping your favorite hot beverage and reminiscing about adventures past or daydreaming of new ones, our Photo Mugs make a thoughtful gift for any occasion. Experience the power of a desert sandstorm every morning with this unique and captivating mug.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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A captivating image from the early 1920s captures the raw power and beauty of a sandstorm in the Sudanese desert, as an immense cloud of sand rises up over the Fort and British Barracks in Khartoum. The date of this photograph, a testament to the rich historical record of Mary Evans Prints Online, places us in an era when the British Empire held significant influence over Sudan. The sandstorm, also known as a haboob or habboub in the local Arabic language, is a natural phenomenon common in the arid regions of North Africa. Characterized by a wall of blowing sand and dust, these storms can last for hours and can be both awe-inspiring and destructive. In this photograph, the fort and barracks, standing as symbols of human presence in the harsh desert environment, are almost completely enveloped by the advancing sandstorm. The large, big, and huge cloud of sand rises up in the east, casting an eerie, otherworldly glow over the scene. The desert, usually characterized by its stark emptiness, is transformed into a dynamic and chaotic landscape. The 1920s, a time of significant change and development in the world, is reflected in this image, as the British presence in Sudan continued to evolve. The sandstorm serves as a reminder of the natural forces that shape the desert and the tenuous relationship between humans and their environment. This photograph, with its rich historical context and captivating imagery, invites us to reflect on the power and beauty of nature and the resilience of those who inhabit the harshest of environments.
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