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Greetings Card : Women bewailing the garrison of Sinkat in the streets of Suakim, The Rebellion in the Soudan, from The Graphic, 8th March 1884 (engraving)
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Women bewailing the garrison of Sinkat in the streets of Suakim, The Rebellion in the Soudan, from The Graphic, 8th March 1884 (engraving)
XJF315727 Women bewailing the garrison of Sinkat in the streets of Suakim, The Rebellion in the Soudan, from The Graphic, 8th March 1884 (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection
Media ID 25194354
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Crying Durand Godefroy 1832 1896 Godefroy Durand Grief Grieving Mouring Mourners Mournful North African Suakin Sudanese Wailing Weeping Sudan
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of historical greeting cards. This evocative image, "Women bewailing the garrison of Sinkat in the streets of Suakim, The Rebellion in the Soudan," taken from The Graphic on 8th March 1884, offers a poignant glimpse into the past. The engraving by Durand, featuring women in distress over the fallen garrison, transports you to the heart of a significant moment in history. Perfect for history enthusiasts or those seeking a unique and thoughtful greeting, this card is a must-have for your collection.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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 engraving, titled "Women bewailing the garrison of Sinkat in the streets of Suakim" transports us back to a significant moment in history. Created by French artist Durand Godefroy in 1884, this artwork captures the raw emotions of Sudanese women mourning and expressing their grief. In this poignant scene, we witness a group of North African women and children gathered on the streets of Suakim. Their faces are etched with sadness and sorrow as they wail for their fallen loved ones who were part of the garrison at Sinkat during The Rebellion in the Soudan. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable, allowing us to feel the weight of their collective mourning. The intricate lines and shading bring depth to each figure, emphasizing their anguish. This engraving was originally featured in The Graphic magazine on March 8th, 1884 – a powerful reminder that art has long been used as a medium for storytelling and capturing historical moments. Through this artwork, we are transported back to a time when grief united communities across borders. It serves as an important testament to human resilience amidst tragedy. As we gaze upon these mournful figures frozen in time, may we remember those who have suffered throughout history and strive for compassion and understanding today.
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