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Fine Art Print : St. Louis / Senegal / 1865
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St. Louis / Senegal / 1865
Ships & boats moored at the port of St. Louis, Senegal
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Media ID 602898
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of St. Louis, Senegal from Mary Evans Picture Library, available in the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating 1865 image by an unknown photographer reveals the bustling port city in all its glory, with ships and boats moored along the shoreline. Add a touch of history and cultural richness to your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print. Order yours today and let the story of St. Louis unfold before your eyes.
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 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
A Glimpse into the Past: St. Louis, Senegal - 1865 (Mary Evans Picture Library / Mary Evans Prints Online) Step back in time with this image of the bustling port of St. Louis, Senegal, in the year 1865. The photograph, taken circa 1860, offers a unique window into the rich maritime history of this West African city. The scene is filled with a multitude of ships and boats, each one moored along the shoreline, waiting to unload their cargo or set sail for their next destination. The diversity of the vessels is striking, with some displaying the distinct red sails of European trading ships, while others bear the distinctive shapes of traditional Senegalese pirogues. The port of St. Louis was a significant hub for trade between Europe, the Americas, and West Africa during the 19th century. This image captures the vibrant and dynamic nature of this trade, with people and goods moving in and out of the city at a rapid pace. The photograph also provides a glimpse into the daily life of the port community. Men and women can be seen working on the docks, loading and unloading cargo, while others go about their daily business in the background. The bustling activity of the port is a testament to the economic and cultural connections that bound together the diverse communities of this region. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time, allowing us to appreciate the rich history and complexity of the transatlantic trade and the people who made it possible. This photograph is not only a beautiful work of art but also an invaluable historical document that sheds light on an important chapter in the shared history of Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
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