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Algeria - Sheiks and Goums - open-air festival
Sheiks (local leaders) and Goums (mounted contingents of Arab or Berber horsemen) at a large open air festival.
1912
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Media ID 20259651
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Algeria Algerian Arab Berber Celebration Ceremony Fantasia Festival Grande Horsemen Leaders Mounted Sheik Contingents Sheiks
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of Algeria with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection. This stunning image captures the essence of a grand open-air festival, where Sheiks and Goums, the local leaders and mounted contingents of Arab or Berber horsemen, come together in a breathtaking display of tradition and unity. Transport yourself back in time with this beautiful and authentic representation of a bygone era. Order now and bring a piece of Algerian history into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 34.1cm (21" x 13.4")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of cultural tradition and unity during a grand open-air festival in Algeria, circa 1912. The scene is set against a backdrop of the North African landscape, with the sun casting long shadows over the undulating terrain. At the heart of the gathering are the Sheiks, local leaders and spiritual guides, dressed in flowing robes and headdresses, their faces adorned with intricate patterns of henna. Surrounding them are the Goums, mounted contingents of Arab and Berber horsemen, their faces resolute and proud as they prepare for the upcoming ceremony or celebration. The Goums, an essential part of Algerian society, were renowned for their horsemanship and military prowess. They served as auxiliaries to the French colonial forces, but also played a significant role in maintaining social order and upholding traditional values within their communities. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the rhythms of daily life were shaped by the ebb and flow of the seasons and the traditions of the past. The Sheiks and Goums, with their proud bearing and deep connection to the land, embody the resilience and strength of the Algerian people, a testament to their rich cultural heritage.
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