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Cushion : URIAS AFRICANUS McGILL (c1823-1866). Liberian (American-born) colonist

URIAS AFRICANUS McGILL (c1823-1866). Liberian (American-born) colonist



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URIAS AFRICANUS McGILL (c1823-1866). Liberian (American-born) colonist

URIAS AFRICANUS McGILL
(c1823-1866). Liberian (American-born) colonist. Daguerreotype by Augustus Washington, c1858

Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age

Media ID 13635454

1858 Augustus Black Colonist Daguerreotype Frame Liberia Liberian Merchant Washington Young Africanus Mcgill


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Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.

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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


URIAS AFRICANUS McGILL - A Portrait of Resilience and Ambition

EDITORS COMMENTS
. This daguerreotype, captured by the talented Augustus Washington in 1858, immortalizes the remarkable Urias Africanus McGill. Born around 1823 in America, this young African American man embarked on a transformative journey that led him to become a prominent Liberian colonist. In this mid-19th century portrait, Urias exudes confidence and determination. His piercing gaze reflects his unwavering spirit as he gazes into the lens with an air of self-assurance. Dressed impeccably in formal attire, he presents himself as a successful merchant and entrepreneur. The frame surrounding the daguerreotype adds to its historical significance, reminding us of its age and authenticity. It transports us back to a time when photography was still in its infancy but already making waves as a powerful medium for capturing individual stories. Urias Africanus McGill's story is one of resilience and ambition. As an American-born Liberian colonist, he played an instrumental role in shaping Liberia's future during challenging times. This photograph serves as both a testament to his personal achievements and an emblematic representation of the broader struggles faced by African Americans seeking freedom and opportunity. Preserved meticulously by Granger Art on Demand from The Granger Collection, this print invites us to reflect upon our shared history while celebrating individuals like Urias who defied societal limitations to forge their own path towards success.

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