Poster Print : Insects / Locusts
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Insects / Locusts
Iowa farmers light smoke-fires hoping to save their crops from a swarm of locusts
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Media ID 573289
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1874 Crops Farmers Fires Hoping Iowa Locusts Save Swarm
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Insects / Locusts" print from Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a stunning poster print in the Media Storehouse range. This evocative image captures the intensity of a Midwestern farming scene, as Iowa farmers brave the elements to protect their crops from the relentless advance of a swarming locust horde. The intricate details of the insects and the determination in the farmers' expressions make this a truly mesmerizing piece for nature lovers, historians, and anyone with an appreciation for the beauty and challenges of rural life. Order your "Insects / Locusts" poster print today and bring this iconic moment in time into your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 print captures a pivotal moment in history, as Iowa farmers desperately try to save their crops from a menacing swarm of locusts in 1874. The image shows the farmers lighting smoke-fires in a last-ditch effort to ward off the relentless insects that threaten to decimate their livelihoods.
The scene is fraught with tension and urgency, as the farmers work tirelessly to protect their fields from the impending devastation. The billowing smoke rises into the air, creating an eerie yet hopeful atmosphere as they fight against nature's forces.
In this snapshot of time, we are reminded of the resilience and determination of those who rely on the land for sustenance. The struggles faced by these farmers serve as a testament to the unpredictable challenges that come with agricultural life, where one must constantly adapt and innovate in order to survive.
Through this historical photograph, we are transported back to a time when survival depended on quick thinking and resourcefulness. It serves as a poignant reminder of our interconnectedness with nature and the delicate balance that must be maintained in order to thrive. Mary Evans Picture Library has captured not just an image, but a story of perseverance and hope amidst adversity.
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