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Poster Print : Rock paintings, Algerian Sahara C014 / 1633
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Rock paintings, Algerian Sahara C014 / 1633
Rock paintings of animals, including giraffes, in the Algerian Sahara. The variation in climate in North Africa over the past 12, 000 years has had a profound effect on human occupation and subsistence. During wet periods, life flourished in what is now desert. Thousands of neolithic carvings and rock paintings reflect this change in climate and human habitation. Photographed in Tassili n Ajjer National Park, Algeria
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Media ID 9216665
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2012 Africa African Ahaggar Algeria Algerian Anthropological Anthropology Archaeological Archaeology Archeology Desert Exploration Geological Giraffe Highland Hoggar Mountains Mammal Mammals National Park North Africa North African Outdoors Outside Petroglyph Physical Geography Rock Art Rock Painting Sahara Saharan Saharan Highlands South Algeria Southern Algeria Travel Giraffes
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the ancient wonders of the Algerian Sahara into your home with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print of "Rock paintings, Algerian Sahara C014 / 1633" by BILDAGENTUR-ONLINE/MCPHOTO-MOSER/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY. This captivating image showcases the fascinating rock paintings of animals, including giraffes, discovered in the Algerian desert. A window into the past, these prints are a beautiful reminder of the rich history and varied climate of North Africa. Perfect for adding character and depth to any room, our high-quality poster prints are sure to inspire wonder and curiosity.
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 39.4cm (23.4" x 15.5")
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 print showcases the mesmerizing rock paintings of animals, including majestic giraffes, in the Algerian Sahara. The image captures the essence of a bygone era when North Africa experienced significant variations in climate over the past 12,000 years. These climatic changes had a profound impact on human occupation and subsistence patterns. During wet periods, life thrived in what is now an arid desert landscape. Thousands of neolithic carvings and rock paintings bear witness to this transformation in both climate and human habitation. This particular photograph was taken within Tassili n Ajjer National Park, located in Algeria. The rugged beauty of the Saharan terrain serves as a backdrop for these ancient artworks that reflect humanity's deep connection with its environment throughout history. The intricate details captured within each petroglyph or rock painting offer valuable insights into our ancestors' lives and their relationship with nature. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back through time to an era when giraffes roamed freely across these lands. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly inhospitable environments have witnessed vibrant ecosystems and sustained human communities. This remarkable photograph not only celebrates the rich archaeological heritage found within North Africa but also invites us to contemplate our place within Earth's ever-changing landscapes.
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