Canvas Print : Algeria - Arabian Falconer
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Algeria - Arabian Falconer
Algeria - Maghreb - Arabian Falconer. Date: circa late 1910s
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Media ID 11580257
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Algeria Algerian Arab Arabian Falcon Falconer Falcons Handler Handling Maghreb
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the enchanting beauty of the Maghreb to your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This captivating image of an Arabian Falconer from Algeria, circa late 1910s, showcases the rich cultural heritage of North Africa. The intricate details and vibrant colors of this rights managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online are brilliantly brought to life on our high-quality canvas material. Transform your living space into a work of art with this stunning representation of a time and place that will transport you to another world."
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 47.4cm x 76.2cm (18.7" x 30")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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 essence of traditional Algerian falconry, a practice deeply rooted in the Maghreb region of North Africa, circa late 1910s. The Algerian falconer, an Arab man dressed in traditional clothing, is intimately connected with his falcon, a symbol of power and freedom in the desert landscape. The falconer's skilled handling of the bird, with a hood covering its eyes, demonstrates the strong bond between man and bird, a relationship built on trust and mutual respect. Falconry, an ancient hunting method, has been practiced in Algeria for thousands of years. Falcons, known for their speed and agility, were highly prized for their ability to catch prey in the vast, arid terrain. The practice was not only a means of survival but also an integral part of the Algerian culture and heritage. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of Algeria and the Maghreb, a region that has been shaped by the influences of various civilizations throughout the centuries. The Arab falconer, with his falcon perched on his wrist, embodies the resilience and adaptability of the people of this land, who have managed to preserve their traditions despite the passage of time and the challenges of modernity. The desert landscape, with its stark beauty and rugged terrain, serves as a backdrop to this timeless scene, reminding us of the enduring connection between man and nature in Algeria and the Maghreb. This photograph is a testament to the power of tradition and the importance of preserving the cultural heritage of the past for future generations.
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