Canvas Print : Rev George Grenfell - Missionary
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Rev George Grenfell - Missionary
Reverend George Grenfell (1849-1906), Baptist missionary and explorer of the Congo, Africa
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Media ID 4458235
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Baptist Congo Explorer Grenfell Missionary Reverend
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the inspiring story of Reverend George Grenfell to your home with our Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This beautiful artwork, featuring the renowned Baptist missionary and explorer of the Congo, Africa, is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Each Canvas Print is expertly crafted with a vibrant, high-definition image that is beautifully transferred onto a thick, durable canvas. The textured surface adds depth and dimension, making the image come alive. Hang this captivating piece in your living room, office, or any space where you want to add a touch of history and inspiration. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your present."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.4cm x 30.4cm (7.2" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 22.9cm x 30.5cm (9" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the enigmatic figure of Reverend George Grenfell (1849-1906), a pioneering Baptist missionary and intrepid explorer of the Congo Basin in Africa. The image, taken towards the end of his life, shows Grenfell in his later years, with a weathered face and piercing gaze, reflecting the hardships and challenges he faced during his decades-long mission in the heart of the African continent. Born in England, Grenfell was deeply moved by the plight of enslaved Africans and became determined to bring the message of Christianity and freedom to the people of the Congo. He arrived in the region in 1874, establishing a mission station at Boma on the Congo River. Over the next several years, Grenfell and his team faced numerous hardships, including disease, starvation, and opposition from local rulers. Despite these challenges, Grenfell persevered, expanding his missionary work and exploring the vast Congo Basin. He was instrumental in the abolition of the slave trade in the region, and his efforts helped pave the way for the establishment of the Belgian Congo as a colonial power. This photograph is a testament to Grenfell's indomitable spirit and his unwavering commitment to bringing hope and salvation to the people of the Congo. It is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by missionaries and explorers in the name of humanitarianism and the pursuit of knowledge, and the enduring impact they have had on the history of Africa and the world.
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