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Metal Print : St. Louis / Senegal / C1860
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St. Louis / Senegal / C1860
View of the port of St. Louis
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Media ID 602897
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16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the vibrant history of St. Louis, Senegal to your home with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the bustling C1860 port city of St. Louis in all its glory. The metal print's sleek, modern design and high-quality finish showcase the intricate details of this iconic view, transporting you back in time. Perfect for adding a touch of history and culture to any space, our Metal Prints are waterproof, scratch-resistant, and UV-protected, ensuring your investment is a long-lasting one.
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 Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" 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, titled "View of the Port of St. Louis, Senegal, Circa 1860," transport us back in time to an era of rich history and global exploration. The image, taken from the collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the bustling port city of St. Louis, Senegal, during the mid-19th century. St. Louis, founded in 1659 by French explorer Pierre Dumas, was a significant French colonial settlement and an important trading post in West Africa. The city's strategic location at the confluence of the Senegal and Falemme Rivers made it a vital hub for the transatlantic slave trade and the exchange of European goods for African resources. In this photograph, we see a panoramic view of the port, with several ships anchored in the harbor. The ships, likely European, were laden with goods destined for the African market, such as textiles, glass beads, and metalware. The African population is visible along the shoreline, engaged in various activities, including fishing, repairing nets, and loading and unloading goods. The photograph also reveals the architectural diversity of St. Louis, with European-style buildings and African huts coexisting in the cityscape. The imposing fortress, Fort Saint-Louis, can be seen in the background, a symbol of French colonial power and control. This photograph is a testament to the complex and dynamic history of St. Louis and its role in the global exchange of goods, ideas, and people during the 19th century. It invites us to reflect on the rich cultural heritage of Senegal and the broader history of African colonization and trade.
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