Poster Print : Mission Arrives in Chad
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Mission Arrives in Chad
The arrival of a French mission at Lake Chad
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Media ID 619904
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Arrival Arrives Chad Helmets Mission Pith
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the stunning "Mission Arrives in Chad" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you back in time to the shores of Lake Chad, where a French mission arrives, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the region's history. With rich, vibrant colors and intricate details, this poster print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, world travelers, and those who appreciate the beauty and complexity of human stories. Bring the adventure home and adorn your walls with this evocative piece of the past.
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 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history - the arrival of a French mission at Lake Chad in 1903. The image showcases the historical event with a group of French officials and soldiers disembarking from their boats onto the shores of Lake Chad, ready to embark on their mission.
The scene is filled with intrigue as the men don traditional pith helmets and carry various supplies, hinting at the challenges they may face in this unfamiliar African landscape. The calm waters of Lake Chad provide a serene backdrop to this pivotal moment, highlighting the juxtaposition between the natural beauty of Africa and the arrival of foreign influence.
As we gaze upon this snapshot from over a century ago, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand one of many colonial missions that shaped the course of history in Africa. The image serves as a reminder of both the exploration and exploitation that characterized European interactions with African nations during this period.
Mary Evans Picture Library has expertly preserved this piece of history through their collection, allowing us to reflect on past events and gain insight into our shared global heritage. This print is not just an image but a window into another era, inviting us to contemplate the complexities of colonialism and its lasting impact on societies around the world.
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