Cushion : Zoo - Brindled Gnu
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Zoo - Brindled Gnu
Zoo - Brindled Gnu - Gnu looking at ground. Part of Box 175 Boswell Collection - Zoo. Date: circa 1900
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Media ID 14372258
© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Cushion
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lantern slide image presents a close-up view of a Brindled Gnu, a type of antelope native to Africa, as it intently gazes at the ground within the enclosed walls of a zoo. The year is circa 1900, and this photograph is part of the intriguing Boswell Collection, Box 175, which showcases a diverse range of animals from various parts of the world. The Brindled Gnu, also known as the Common Gnu or the Wildebeest, is a large antelope with distinctive stripes running down its sides. These stripes serve as excellent camouflage in the savannah, allowing the animal to blend seamlessly with the shadows created by the tall grasses. In this photograph, however, the absence of natural habitat highlights the raw beauty and power of this magnificent creature. The lantern slide format of this photograph adds an interesting historical context to the image. Lantern slides were used for projecting visuals during lectures and presentations before the advent of modern slide projectors. The intricate details of the Brindled Gnu's coat and the subtle textures of its surroundings are evident in this high-quality image, which would have undoubtedly captivated audiences during those early days of visual storytelling. As we observe the Gnu's focused gaze on the ground, we can only imagine the thoughts and emotions that might have been running through the minds of those who encountered this animal in person, whether in its natural habitat or in the confines of a zoo. This photograph serves as a testament to the enduring fascination that animals hold for us, and the role that photography plays in preserving and sharing these precious moments with future generations.
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