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Enormous cotton tree, Sierra Leone, West Africa
Cotton tree with enormous buttresses, historic symbol of Freetown, capital city of Sierra Leone, West Africa. Date: circa 1908
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Media ID 14405188
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Buttress Buttresses Capital Cotton Enormous Freetown Giant Gigantic Huge Leone Roots Sierra Symbol Symbolic
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.2cm (15.6" x 9.9")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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.
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This photograph, taken circa 1908, showcases the awe-inspiring beauty and historical significance of the enormous cotton tree located in the heart of Freetown, the vibrant capital city of Sierra Leone, West Africa. The cotton tree, with its enormous buttresses, stands as a proud symbol of the region's rich natural heritage and resilient history. The tree's massive roots, spreading out in all directions, not only provide stability to the towering trunk but also serve as a testament to the tree's longevity and strength. The cotton tree, with its distinctive large, pinnate leaves, is a native species to West Africa and is renowned for its cotton-like fibers that were once an essential source of income for the local population. The tree's historic significance extends beyond its natural attributes. It holds a special place in the history of Freetown and Sierra Leone as a symbol of freedom and hope. The city was founded in 1787 as a settlement for formerly enslaved Africans, and the cotton tree became a gathering place for the newly freed people. The tree's shade offered refuge and solace, and its cotton fibers provided the means for the settlers to establish a sustainable livelihood. Today, the cotton tree stands as a reminder of the region's past, present, and future. It continues to be a source of inspiration and pride for the people of Freetown and Sierra Leone, and its image is often used to represent the country's resilience and strength in the face of adversity. This photograph, with its timeless beauty and historical significance, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural and natural heritage of Sierra Leone and the enduring spirit of its people.
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