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Framed Print : St. Louis / Senegal / 1865
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St. Louis / Senegal / 1865
Ships & boats moored at the port of St. Louis, Senegal
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Media ID 602898
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10123872
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning "St. Louis / Senegal / 1865" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece of history transports you back in time to the bustling port of St. Louis, Senegal, in 1865. Witness the beauty of the ships and boats moored along the shoreline, their sails billowing in the wind. The vibrant colors and intricate details of this captivating image are sure to add a touch of timeless charm to any space in your home or office. Bring the rich history of St. Louis, Senegal, into your daily life with this beautiful framed print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
A Glimpse into the Past: St. Louis, Senegal - 1865 (Mary Evans Picture Library / Mary Evans Prints Online) Step back in time with this image of the bustling port of St. Louis, Senegal, in the year 1865. The photograph, taken circa 1860, offers a unique window into the rich maritime history of this West African city. The scene is filled with a multitude of ships and boats, each one moored along the shoreline, waiting to unload their cargo or set sail for their next destination. The diversity of the vessels is striking, with some displaying the distinct red sails of European trading ships, while others bear the distinctive shapes of traditional Senegalese pirogues. The port of St. Louis was a significant hub for trade between Europe, the Americas, and West Africa during the 19th century. This image captures the vibrant and dynamic nature of this trade, with people and goods moving in and out of the city at a rapid pace. The photograph also provides a glimpse into the daily life of the port community. Men and women can be seen working on the docks, loading and unloading cargo, while others go about their daily business in the background. The bustling activity of the port is a testament to the economic and cultural connections that bound together the diverse communities of this region. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time, allowing us to appreciate the rich history and complexity of the transatlantic trade and the people who made it possible. This photograph is not only a beautiful work of art but also an invaluable historical document that sheds light on an important chapter in the shared history of Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
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