Premium Framed Print : A group of Notable Local Leaders, Syria
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A group of Notable Local Leaders, Syria
A group of Notable Local Leaders, Syria. Date: circa 1906
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Media ID 14395960
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Chiefs Jun16 Leaders Notable Syria Syrian Turbans
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 circa 1906, showcases a esteemed gathering of local leaders from Syria, an area that was then part of the Ottoman Empire. The image features an impressive group of men, all dressed in traditional attire, including long robes and turbans, exuding an air of authority and wisdom. The leaders, whose names and titles are not recorded in the photograph's metadata, are likely to have held significant roles within their communities, be it as tribal chiefs, religious leaders, or influential businessmen. Their presence in this photograph suggests their importance in the social and political fabric of the region at the turn of the 20th century. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Syria during a time of transition, as the Ottoman Empire began to weaken, and the seeds of modern nation-states were being sown. The leaders' traditional attire, which reflects the region's long history, stands in stark contrast to the more Westernized fashions that were beginning to emerge in other parts of the world. Despite the passage of time, this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring influence of local leaders in shaping the history and identity of their communities. It invites us to reflect on the complex and nuanced relationships between tradition and modernity, and the role of individuals in shaping the course of history.
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