Fine Art Print : The Cholera epidemic in France
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The Cholera epidemic in France
Passengers from Toulon and Marseilles being fumigated at the Paris station of the Lyons and Mediterranean railway. Travel played a large part in the spread of disease. In the nineteenth century, cholera spread from Northeast India towards the east coast of Africa. It only took a couple of years for the disease to reach Europe
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1884 Cholera Disease Epidemic Lyons Marseilles Mediterranean North East Passengers Played Reach Spread Toulon Years
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the poignant image of 'Passengers from Toulon and Marseilles being fumigated at the Paris station of the Lyons and Mediterranean railway' by Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative print transports us back to the mid-19th century, during the devastating Cholera epidemic in France. Witness the desperate measures taken to prevent the spread of disease through travel, as passengers are meticulously fumigated upon arrival. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, this fine art print adds depth and character to any space, and is available for licensing through Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 34.2cm (21" x 13.5")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 historical print captures a chilling scene from the cholera epidemic in France during the nineteenth century. Passengers from Toulon and Marseilles are seen being fumigated at the Paris station of the Lyons and Mediterranean railway, highlighting how travel played a significant role in the spread of disease during this time period.
The image serves as a stark reminder of how quickly diseases like cholera could be imported to different parts of the world. In this case, it only took a couple of years for the disease to reach Europe after spreading from Northeast India towards the east coast of Africa.
The fumigation process depicted in this photograph was just one measure taken to try and contain the outbreak, showing both the severity of the situation and efforts made to prevent further spread. The historical significance of this moment is palpable, with each individual captured in this image representing a piece of a larger puzzle that shaped public health practices for years to come.
As we reflect on this snapshot from history, we are reminded of our collective vulnerability to infectious diseases and how crucial it is to learn from past experiences in order to better protect ourselves in modern times.
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