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Algiers, Berber girl (b / w photo)
6006805 Algiers, Berber girl (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Algiers, Berber girl. Illustration for Picturesque North Africa (Jarrolds, c 1925). First published by Ernst Wasmuth, Berlin, 1925. Gravure-printed. Photo credit: Lehnert and Landrock, Cairo.); © Look and Learn; out of copyright
Media ID 22770076
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of exotic charm to your correspondence with our Algiers Greetings Card from Media Storehouse. Featuring a stunning black and white photograph of a Berber girl from Bridgeman Images, this card transports you to the vibrant streets of Algiers in the 19th century. Perfect for special occasions or just to brighten someone's day, this card is a beautiful reminder of the rich cultural heritage of North Africa. With its intriguing history and captivating image, this card is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
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This print titled "Algiers, Berber girl" takes us back to the 19th century in North Africa. The image showcases a young Berber girl from Algiers, her striking features beautifully captured by an anonymous European photographer of that era. The photograph was originally published as an illustration for the book "Picturesque North Africa" in 1925. It is believed to have been first printed by Ernst Wasmuth in Berlin and later gravure-printed by Lehnert and Landrock in Cairo. This particular print is now part of a private collection. In this mesmerizing portrait, the viewer can't help but be drawn into the enigmatic gaze of the Berber girl. Her eyes seem to hold countless stories within them, reflecting both strength and vulnerability. The simplicity of her attire contrasts with the complexity of emotions conveyed through her expression. This image not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a window into early 20th-century Algiers and its diverse cultural heritage. It offers us a glimpse into the lives and traditions of the indigenous people who called this vibrant city home. As we admire this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are reminded once again of photography's power to transcend time and space, allowing us to connect with distant cultures and histories on a deeply human level.
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