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Nigeria / Sokoto 1850S
Market at Sokoto, Nigeria, West Africa
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Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the captivating image "Market at Sokoto, Nigeria, West Africa" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, this puzzle takes you on a journey back in time to the 1850s. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and intricate details of this stunning photograph, which showcases the bustling market scene in Sokoto, the historic city in northwestern Nigeria. With its rich textures and intriguing storytelling, this puzzle is not only a fun and engaging activity for all ages, but also a beautiful addition to any home or office. Piece together history, one puzzle piece at a time.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 28cm (14" x 11")
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 the 1850s, offers a glimpse into the bustling marketplace of Sokoto, Nigeria, West Africa. Sokoto, the historical capital city of the Sokoto Caliphate, was a major trading hub during the 19th century. The city's strategic location along the trans-Saharan trade routes made it a melting pot of diverse cultures and commodities. In this image, we see a lively scene of vendors and traders exchanging goods and haggling over prices. The marketplace is filled with a vibrant array of colors and textures, as merchants display their wares on mats and baskets. The intricate patterns and designs of the fabrics, the gleaming pots and pans, and the baskets overflowing with grains and fruits create a visual feast for the eyes. The people in the photograph are engaged in their daily activities, oblivious to the passing of time and the camera's lens. The women, dressed in colorful wraps and headscarves, carry baskets on their heads, while men in flowing robes and turbans engage in animated conversations. The children, clad in simple loincloths, play and explore their surroundings. The marketplace of Sokoto was not only a center of commerce but also a social and cultural hub. It was a place where people from different ethnic groups and religions came together to exchange goods, ideas, and stories. The photograph captures the essence of this rich cultural heritage and the vibrant energy that defined Sokoto during the 1850s. This photograph is a precious reminder of the past and a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the people of Sokoto. It invites us to reflect on the history and diversity of West Africa and the enduring legacy of its markets and trading traditions.
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