Fine Art Print : Leaving for Algeria
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Leaving for Algeria
A French family prepare to embark for Algeria - at this time, a French colony. Two servants accompany the family, as well as porters carrying their luggage
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Media ID 602430
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1888 Accompany Algeria Colony Embark Leaving Luggage Porters Prepare Servants
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, titled "Leaving for Algeria," transports you to a bygone era as a French family bids farewell to their homeland, bound for the exotic allure of Algeria, then a French colony. Accompanied by two devoted servants and porters laden with their belongings, the family's journey begins anew. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and let the rich history and culture of the past come alive in your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 36cm (20" x 14.2")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 print captures a moment in history as a French family prepares to embark on a journey to Algeria, then a French colony, in 1888. The image showcases the intricate details of travel during this time period, with two servants accompanying the family and porters carrying their luggage.
The scene is filled with anticipation and activity as the family readies themselves for their voyage. The patriarch stands tall and proud, overseeing the preparations while his wife tends to their children. The servants bustle about, ensuring that everything is packed and ready for the long journey ahead.
In the background, we see bustling docks and ships ready to set sail for distant lands. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into a bygone era when travel was an arduous but exciting adventure filled with unknown possibilities.
As we gaze upon this historical photograph, we are reminded of the complexities of colonialism and how it shaped relationships between nations and peoples. It serves as a poignant reminder of our shared past and invites us to reflect on how far we have come since those days.
Mary Evans Picture Library has beautifully captured this moment in time, allowing us to step back into history and witness firsthand the preparations for an unforgettable journey to Algeria.
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