Metal Print : Algerian Fantasia
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Algerian Fantasia
The Mozabites of Biskra, Algeria, celebrate with a fantasia, or mock-fight, which involves firing guns close to the feet of your opponents, both crazed with excitement
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Media ID 586973
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Algeria Algerian Biskra Celebrate Close Crazed Excitement Fantasia Feet Fetes Fight Firing Guns Involves Mock Opponents
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the thrilling energy of the Algerian Fantasia with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the exhilarating moment during a traditional Mozabite celebration in Biskra, Algeria. Witness the crazed excitement as participants engage in a mock-fight, firing guns close to each other's feet. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring this vibrant and authentic scene right into your home or office, adding a unique and intriguing conversation starter to your space. Order yours today and bring a piece of Algerian culture into your world.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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 photograph, taken in 1906, depicts an exhilarating moment during a traditional Algerian Fantasia celebration in the historic city of Biskra. The Mozabites, a Berber ethnic group, are renowned for their unique cultural practices, and the Fantasia is one of their most famous and thrilling festivities. During this mock-fight, participants engage in a crazed display of excitement as they fire guns dangerously close to each other's feet. The close proximity of the guns adds to the intensity and unpredictability of the event, heightening the overall sense of excitement and adrenaline. The Fantasia is a historical tradition that has been passed down through generations, and it remains an essential part of the Mozabite community's identity. The celebration is not a violent act, but rather a symbolic expression of unity and camaraderie, as the participants engage in a playful and controlled exchange of gunfire. The photograph captures the raw energy and passion of the moment, with the participants' faces etched with determination and focus. The contrast between the stark desert landscape and the vibrant colors of the traditional clothing adds to the visual impact of the image. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and cultural heritage of Algeria, providing a window into the traditions and practices that have shaped the country's diverse and complex identity. The Fantasia celebration in Biskra is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Mozabite people, who have managed to preserve their unique customs despite the challenges and changes that have come their way over the centuries.
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