Premium Framed Print : Group of Porters, Madagascar, circa 1890s
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Group of Porters, Madagascar, circa 1890s
Group of Porters, Madagascar, circa 1890s. Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14356468
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
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 26.3cm (15.6" x 10.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a moment in time from the late 1890s, depicting a group of porters in Madagascar as they make their way through the lush, tropical landscape. The image transports us back to an era of exploration and adventure, as European powers sought to expand their influence and knowledge of the world. The porters, dressed in traditional clothing, are seen carrying a variety of loads on their heads, skillfully balancing the weight with the help of cloth bindings. Their determined expressions and focused gaze suggest the arduous journey ahead, as they navigate the rugged terrain. Madagascar, the world's fourth largest island, was a popular destination for European travelers and explorers during the late 19th century. The island's unique biodiversity, rich cultural heritage, and strategic location made it a valuable prize for colonial powers. Despite the challenges of the terrain, the porters played a crucial role in the exploration and colonization of Madagascar. They were essential for transporting supplies and equipment over long distances, enabling European explorers to venture deeper into the island's interior. This photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of these unsung heroes, whose labor and resilience made possible the exploration and documentation of new territories. It also serves as a reminder of the complex and interconnected history of global exploration and the diverse communities that played a role in shaping it.
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