Framed Print : Portrait of a boy scout in Ghana, West Africa
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Portrait of a boy scout in Ghana, West Africa
Portrait of a boy scout in Ghana, West Africa, around the time of the arrival of Scouting Commissioners Jack Stapleton and George Djabanor. Date: 1948
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Media ID 14166602
© Mary Evans / The Scout Association
1948 Badge Ghana Stapleton Scout Scouting Scouts
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the captivating Portrait of a Boy Scout in Ghana, West Africa from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This striking image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to 1948, an era marked by the arrival of Scouting Commissioners Jack Stapleton and George Djabanor. The boy scout in the portrait embodies the spirit of adventure, resilience, and camaraderie that defines the Scouting movement. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with premium materials to ensure a vibrant and long-lasting display. Add this unique piece to your home or office decor, and let the story of this courageous young scout inspire you every day.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
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 black-and-white portrait captures the determined gaze and earnest expression of a young Boy Scout in Ghana, West Africa, during the late 1940s. The scene is set against the backdrop of a lush, tropical landscape, with the sun casting long shadows and dappled light through the foliage. The Boy Scout, dressed in the full uniform of the time, proudly wears the gold stripes on his sleeves, signifying his advancement in the scouting ranks. The arrival of Scouting Commissioners Jack Stapleton and George Djabanor in Ghana in 1948 marked a significant moment in the history of scouting in the region. Stapleton, a British Scouting official, and Djabanor, the first African Scouting Commissioner, worked together to promote the Scouting movement and instill its values in the young people of Ghana. The Boy Scout in this portrait embodies the spirit of adventure, discipline, and community that scouting fosters. The presence of the commissioners in Ghana during this period represented a crucial step towards making scouting more accessible to African youth and promoting cultural exchange between Africa and the wider world. The Boy Scout's distinctive hat, adorned with the Scout emblem, sits atop his head, while his badges, proudly displayed on his uniform, signify his achievements and dedication to the scouting ideals. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of optimism, exploration, and the shared belief in the transformative power of scouting.
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