Canvas Print : Military Pigeon Loft and attendants - Kazakhstan
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Military Pigeon Loft and attendants - Kazakhstan
Military Pigeon Loft and attendants - Kazakhstan Date: 1904
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Media ID 7211935
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Cage Communication Kazakhstan Loft Message Messages Messenger Pigeon
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Military Pigeon Loft and attendants image from our exclusive collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning, rights-managed photograph, captured in 1904, takes you back in time to the military pigeon lofts of Kazakhstan. Witness the dedication and focus of the attendants as they tend to their valuable messengers of war. This evocative canvas print, with its rich colors and intricate details, is a perfect addition to any room. Bring history to life with the authentic charm of this Military Pigeon Loft and attendants canvas print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 47.5cm (16" x 18.7")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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
1. Title: "Military Pigeon Loft and Attendants - Kazakhstan, 1904" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the essence of communication in the early 20th century military, showcasing a pigeon loft in Kazakhstan during the year 1904. The image offers a unique glimpse into the world of military messaging, an essential component of warfare before the advent of modern communication technologies. The loft, a substantial, well-built structure, stands proudly against a backdrop of barren, rocky terrain. Its sturdy design reflects the importance of protecting the valuable pigeons housed within. The loft's windows, adorned with intricate wooden latticework, allow for ample light while keeping the birds safe from predators. A group of attendants, dressed in military uniforms, are seen tending to the pigeons. Their focused expressions and attentive posture suggest the gravity of their role in ensuring the timely delivery of messages. Each man holds a cage, ready to release a pigeon, while another man, possibly the loft master, checks the messages tied to the birds' legs. The pigeons, perched on roosts inside the loft, appear alert and ready for their mission. Their coats are sleek and well-groomed, a testament to the care taken in maintaining their health and readiness. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the military pigeon service, an essential yet often overlooked aspect of communication during the early 1900s. The image transports us back in time, allowing us to witness the dedication and importance placed on this ancient yet effective method of sending messages across vast distances.
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