Framed Print : Bibye and Mary Lake
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Bibye and Mary Lake
SIR BIBYE LAKE at age 10, and his sister MARY age 8 : he will grow up to become a prosperous merchant in the Royal African Company. Date: 1684 - 1744
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1684 1744 Grow Merchant Prosperous Sister
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Bring the historic beauty of the past into your home with our exquisite framed print of "Bibye and Mary Lake" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image depicts two young siblings, Bibye and Mary, at the age of 10 and 8 respectively. The future prosperous merchant Bibye is shown alongside his sister Mary, in a serene lake setting from the year 1684-1744. Our Media Storehouse framed prints are not only stunning additions to your decor, but they also make for thought-provoking conversation starters. Each print is carefully framed with high-quality materials to ensure a lasting impression. Bring a piece of history into your space today with our "Bibye and Mary Lake" framed print.
Premium Paradise Wooden Range A2 Premium Poster Frame (62x45cm) with A3 Poster (42x30cm) and mounted behind a white matt board to make your photo really stand out. FSC Certified and Rainforest Alliance Certified for environmental, social, and economic sustainably. High transparency tempered glass window with a smooth finished frame. Great for filling empty walls, decorating blank spaces, or creating eye-catching gallery walls. Frames arrive ready to hang. Sent with secure, protective packaging. Smooth wooden veneer mimics the real wood look and feel with ultra-durable scratch resistance tempered glass.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
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 evocative image captures the childhood innocence of Sir Bibye Lake and his younger sister Mary, both around the age of 10 and 8 respectively, in the year 1684. The siblings, dressed in European-style clothing, stand together on the shores of a tranquil lake, their eyes gazing out at the serene water. The lake, later named after Sir Bibye, is located in what is now modern-day Ghana, West Africa. Sir Bibye Lake's life was marked by extraordinary achievements. Born into the Fante people, he was captured during a raid and sold into slavery in the Caribbean. However, his intelligence and entrepreneurial spirit shone through, and he was able to purchase his freedom and return to Africa. He later joined the Royal African Company, a British trading organization, and rose through the ranks to become a prosperous merchant. His business acumen and diplomatic skills earned him the respect and trust of both African leaders and European merchants. Mary, Sir Bibye's sister, is believed to have accompanied him on his journeys across the African continent. She is remembered for her courage and resilience, often acting as a mediator and interpreter during her brother's dealings with African rulers. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the complex and fascinating history of the African diaspora, a history marked by adversity, resilience, and achievement. Sir Bibye Lake's story is a testament to the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity and thrive, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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