Fine Art Print : Street with Ghorfas, Medenine, Tunisia, North Africa
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Street with Ghorfas, Medenine, Tunisia, North Africa
Street scene with Ghorfas (vaulted rooms for storing grain), Medenine, Tunisia, North Africa. Date: circa 1920
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Media ID 14258895
© Mary Evans/Pharcide
Grain Rooms Store Storing Structures Tunisia Tunisian Vaulted Ghorfas Medenine
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and culture of North Africa with our exquisite Fine Art Print of a street scene in Medenine, Tunisia. This captivating image showcases the traditional ghorfas, or vaulted rooms, used for storing grain. Transport yourself back in time with this stunning, circa 1920 photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the essence of this North African scene into your home or office. Add a touch of worldly sophistication and character to your space with this beautiful Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
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 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the bustling street scene of Medenine, a small town in North Africa, circa 1920. The image transports us back in time, as we observe the daily life of the community in this Tunisian town. In the foreground, we see a group of people gathered around a ghorfa, a traditional Tunisian structure used for storing grain. The ghorfa, with its impressive vaulted architecture, is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the local population. The ghorfas were essential for the survival of the community, providing a means to store grain during the harvest season and ensuring a steady food supply throughout the year. The image shows the people carefully loading sacks of grain into the ghorfa, a labor-intensive process that required the cooperation of the entire community. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the architectural and cultural richness of Medenine. In the background, we see the intricately designed buildings, with their ornate facades and colorful details, reflecting the unique blend of Arab, Berber, and European influences that shaped the town's identity. The image invites us to explore the history and traditions of this fascinating North African town and offers a glimpse into a bygone era.
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