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Fine Art Print : View of Utiri village, Tanzania, 1890 (wood engraving)
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View of Utiri village, Tanzania, 1890 (wood engraving)
KW441399 View of Utiri village, Tanzania, 1890 (wood engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, Africa, 1886-89; Illustration from In Darkest Africa by Sir Henry Morton Stanley, published 1890; ); Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12882309
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Anthropological Anthropology British Empire Darkest Emin Pasha Ethnographic Henry Morton Stanley Huts Jungle Tanzania Tanzanian Daily Life Scene Ethnography Natives
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating history of Africa with our exquisite View of Utiri village fine art print. This stunning 1890 wood engraving by Amedee Forestier transports you back in time to the Emin Pasha Relief Expedition in Tanzania. The intricate details of the village and its people, beautifully captured through the wood engraving technique, make this a must-have addition to any fine art collection. Bring the rich history and culture of Africa into your home with this timeless piece from Media Storehouse's range of Fine Art Prints.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.7cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This wood engraving, titled "View of Utiri village, Tanzania, 1890" takes us back in time to the heart of Africa during the era of colonial exploration. Created by Amedee Forestier (1854-1930), this print offers a glimpse into the daily life scene of Utiri village. The image is part of Sir Henry Morton Stanley's renowned book "In Darkest Africa" published in 1890. It was featured as an illustration for the Emin Pasha Relief Expedition that took place between 1886 and 1889. The expedition aimed to rescue Emin Pasha, a governor in Equatoria who was cut off from civilization due to political unrest. The wood engraving showcases a cluster of traditional huts nestled amidst lush forests and dense jungle foliage. The intricate details invite us to explore the ethnographic aspects captured within this anthropological piece. We witness Tanzanian natives going about their lives against the backdrop of British colonialism and exploration. This historical artifact serves as a reminder not only of our past but also highlights the complexities surrounding imperialism and its impact on indigenous cultures. It invites contemplation on themes such as cultural exchange, identity preservation, and societal transformation. As we admire this evocative print from our private collection today, it allows us to reflect upon how far we have come since those times while acknowledging the importance of understanding history through art.
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