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Mali / Timbuktu 1870
General view of Timbuktu
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Mali / Timbuktu 1870" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the ancient city of Timbuktu, located in modern-day Mali. The photograph, taken around 1870, offers a general view of the bustling, mystical city that was once a significant center of Islamic learning and trade. With its intricate architectural details, vibrant marketplaces, and the vast expanse of the Sahara Desert in the background, this poster print is an enchanting addition to any space, evoking the spirit of adventure and history. Bring a piece of the past into your present with the Media Storehouse "Mali / Timbuktu 1870" poster print.
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 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 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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