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Canvas Print : Somali Boys diving for money at Aden
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Somali Boys diving for money at Aden
Somali Boys diving for money/coins at Aden, Yemen. Described as " an amusing sight"... Date: 1875
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Media ID 23144328
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1875 Aden Canoes Coins Dive Dives Diving Dugout Money Somali Somalian Yemen Yemeni Youths
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring a piece of history into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of Somali Boys diving for coins at Aden, Yemen, taken in 1875, offers a glimpse into the past. An amusing sight that transports you to another time, this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online is sure to be a conversation starter. Our high-quality canvas prints are made to order, using premium materials and printing techniques to ensure vibrant colors and sharp details. Add this unique and intriguing piece of art to your collection and create a space that tells a story.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
An Amusing Sight: Somali Boys Diving for Money at Aden, Yemen (1875) This photograph, taken in 1875, captures a group of Somali boys engaging in an intriguing tradition at the bustling port city of Aden, Yemen. The image presents a delightful scene of youthful energy and playful competition as the boys take turns diving from their dugout canoes into the crystal-clear waters, in pursuit of coins thrown by spectators lining the shore. During the 1870s, Aden served as a significant trading hub, attracting merchants and travelers from all corners of the world. This diverse population brought with them various customs and pastimes, which the local Somali community embraced with enthusiasm. The boys' daring dives for coins became a popular attraction, entertaining both locals and foreigners alike. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rich cultural exchange that took place in Aden during this period. The boys, dressed in traditional attire, display their agility and determination as they dive deep into the water, hoping to come up with the most coins. Their joyous expressions and the cheers from the crowd create a lively atmosphere that transcends time and place. This photograph is an invaluable record of a unique tradition that once flourished in Aden and serves as a reminder of the enduring spirit of play and community that exists across cultures. The image invites us to appreciate the simple pleasures of life and the connections that can be forged through shared experiences.
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