Canvas Print : Mungo Park (Ederidge)
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Mungo Park (Ederidge)
MUNGO PARK Scottish traveller in Africa Date: 1771 - 1806
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Media ID 14278361
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the captivating world of exploration to your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the iconic image of Mungo Park, the Scottish explorer in Africa. This stunning, high-quality print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a captivating image of Mungo Park, taken from the Ederidge collection. With intricate details and vivid colors, this canvas print adds a touch of adventure and history to any room. Order now and let the story of Mungo Park's African travels inspire you every day.
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 Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 image depicts Mungo Park (1771-1806), the renowned Scottish explorer and traveler, during his expedition to Africa. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Park's insatiable curiosity for geography and exploration led him to embark on a journey to explore the Niger River and its tributaries in West Africa. In 1795, Park set out on his first expedition, sponsored by the African Association, a British organization dedicated to promoting exploration and trade in Africa. He spent over two years traveling through the region, braving numerous challenges and hardships, including hostile tribes, disease, and harsh terrain. Despite these obstacles, Park made significant discoveries, including the location of the confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers. He also documented the customs and cultures of the people he encountered, providing valuable insights into African societies. Upon his return to Europe in 1798, Park published his account of his journey, "Travels in the Interior Districts of Africa," which garnered widespread acclaim and further fueled the public's fascination with Africa and its mysteries. Tragically, Park's second expedition to Africa, which aimed to explore further up the Niger River, ended in his death in 1806. He was killed by a local tribe during a skirmish. This photograph, taken from an engraving in an 1808 edition of Park's book, captures the intrepid explorer in the prime of his life, gazing off into the distance with a determined expression. Park's legacy continues to inspire generations of explorers and adventurers, and his contributions to the understanding of Africa and its people remain an important part of world history.
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