Poster Print : Gabon, Africa - The arrival of a European into the village
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Gabon, Africa - The arrival of a European into the village
Gabon, Africa (at this time one of the four territories of French Equatorial Africa) - The arrival of a European into the village. I suspect that the European in question here is actually also the photographer of this shot, which includes a local man saluting on the left and the visitors extensive baggage trunk (attached to a carry pole) in the centre. Date: circa 1907
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Arrival Baggage Colonialism Gabon Pole Saluting Trunk Villagers
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Gabon, Africa - The Arrival of a European into the Village poster print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you back in time to the heart of Gabon, Africa, as a European explorer makes his first entrance into a local village. The rich tapestry of African culture is on full display, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the scene to life. This rights-managed print is not only an exquisite addition to any home or office decor, but also a poignant reminder of the intricate history between Africa and the European world. Bring a piece of the past into your present with this stunning, high-quality poster print from Media Storehouse.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 38cm (23.4" x 15")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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
This evocative photograph captures the moment of first contact between a European explorer and the residents of a Gabonese village in Africa, circa 1907. The European, who is likely the photographer himself, stands at the edge of the village, surrounded by his extensive baggage trunk, which is balanced precariously on a carry pole. The local man on the left, dressed in traditional attire, salutes the intruder with a respectful gesture, hinting at a complex web of cultural interactions that were just beginning to unfold. At the time, Gabon was one of the four territories of French Equatorial Africa, and the arrival of Europeans marked the beginning of a new era of colonialism. The villagers, who had lived in harmony with their environment for centuries, were now confronted with the disruptive influence of foreigners. The European's baggage, filled with unknown items, represented both curiosity and potential threat, as the villagers tried to make sense of this new presence. The huts in the background provide a glimpse into the daily life of the villagers, with their thatched roofs and simple design. The image captures a moment of transition, as the old ways of life were about to be disrupted by the inexorable march of colonialism. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the complex and often fraught relationships that developed between Europeans and Africans during this period of history.
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