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Canvas Print : AFRICA: EXPLORATION. Boat Capsized by an Hippopotamus Robbed of Her Young. Engraving from Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa by David Livingstone, 1857
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AFRICA: EXPLORATION. Boat Capsized by an Hippopotamus Robbed of Her Young. Engraving from Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa by David Livingstone, 1857
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Media ID 7560453
1857 Africa African Boat Capsize David Exploration Hippopotamus Living Stone Row Boat South Africa
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse range, featuring the iconic image "AFRICA: EXPLORATION. Boat Capsized by an Hippopotamus Robbed of Her Young" by The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand. This engraving, taken from David Livingstone's "Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa," published in 1857, offers a glimpse into the dangers and adventures of African exploration during the 19th century. Add this stunning piece to your home or office to ignite conversations and inspire wanderlust. Each Canvas Print is meticulously crafted with premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail that bring history to life.
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 Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" 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 engraving from 1857 takes us back in time to the heart of Africa, where exploration was a daring and treacherous endeavor. The scene depicts a dramatic moment on a river, as a boat is capsized by an enraged hippopotamus. The artist skillfully captures the chaos and danger that unfolds as men desperately cling to their oars, struggling against the powerful current. In this intense encounter with nature's mightiest creatures, we witness not only the physical threat posed by the hippopotamus but also its emotional motivation. The caption reveals that this motherly creature has been robbed of her young, prompting her aggressive response towards these intruders. The engraving is taken from David Livingstone's renowned work "Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa" which provides invaluable insights into his explorations across the continent during the mid-19th century. Livingstone's dedication to understanding Africa's diverse cultures and natural wonders shines through in this image. As we gaze upon this historical print, we are reminded of both the dangers faced by early explorers like Livingstone and their unwavering determination to uncover new knowledge about our world. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and resilience while highlighting Africa's untamed beauty and formidable wildlife. This remarkable piece belongs to Granger Art on Demand’s Carousel Collection—a treasure trove for history enthusiasts seeking visual glimpses into past adventures—and invites us all to embark on our own journey of discovery through art.
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