Poster Print : Saxon girl, 1892. Romania
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Saxon girl, 1892. Romania
Traditional dress of a saxon girl. 1892. From Transylvania (Romania). Szelindek, Szeben county. Ethnographic Museum. Budapest. Hungary
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Media ID 14326537
© Thaliastock / Mary Evans
1892 Budapest Dressed Ethnographic Ethnography Hungary Mannequin Romania Romanian Saxon Textile Tradition Transylvania
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring a piece of history into your home with our stunning Saxon Girl Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, taken in 1892 in Romania, showcases the traditional dress of a Saxon girl from Szelindek, Szeben county. Housed in the Ethnographic Museum in Budapest, Hungary, this rare photograph is now available as a beautiful poster print. Add an air of timeless elegance to any room with this exquisite piece of ethnographic art.
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 39.5cm (23.4" x 15.6")
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
In this evocative photograph, a young Saxon girl from the Szelindek village in Szeben County, Romania, is captured in traditional attire from the late 19th century. The image, taken in 1892, is now preserved in the Ethnographic Museum in Budapest, Hungary. The Saxon community, also known as the Transylvanian Saxons, has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. Originally settlers from Germany, they have maintained their unique cultural identity despite the region's political changes throughout history. This girl's traditional dress is a testament to their enduring heritage. The girl's outfit consists of a long-sleeved blouse with intricate embroidery, a fitted waistcoat, a full skirt, and a headscarf. The textiles used in her clothing display intricate patterns and vibrant colors, reflecting the craftsmanship and creativity of the Saxon people. The interior of the room, with its wooden furniture and simple decorations, adds to the authenticity of the scene. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the daily life and traditions of the Saxon community during the 19th century. The Ethnographic Museum in Budapest, with its extensive collection of historical artifacts, is an essential resource for researchers, students, and anyone interested in the diverse cultural heritage of Europe. This image is not only a beautiful representation of the Saxon girl's traditional dress but also a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the rich cultural history that continues to shape our world today.
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