Greetings Card : Cypresses and road leading to the cemetery, Scutari, Constan
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Cypresses and road leading to the cemetery, Scutari, Constan
Cypresses and road leading to the cemetery, Scutari, Constantinople, Turkey. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900
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Cemetery Constantinople Cypresses Leading Scutari
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the enchanting selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the hauntingly beautiful image of "Cypresses and road leading to the cemetery, Scutari, Constantinople, Turkey" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative black and white photograph, captured between 1890 and 1900, transports you to another era with its timeless charm. The rows of cypress trees, standing tall against the backdrop of a winding road leading to an ancient cemetery, exude a sense of history, mystery, and tranquility. These elegant greeting cards are perfect for expressing deep emotions, making them an ideal choice for special occasions such as anniversaries, memorial services, or thoughtful gestures to those dealing with loss. Immerse yourself in the rich history and captivating imagery of this exquisite card design from Media Storehouse.
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 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken between approximately 1890 and 1900, depicts a picturesque scene of cypress trees lining the road leading to the cemetery in Scutari, Constantinople, Turkey. The nineteenth century image, richly colored and imbued with a sense of nostalgia, transports us back in time to an era long past. Scutari, a historic district located on the European side of Istanbul, was renowned for its beautiful cemeteries, where the cypress trees stood as symbols of eternal life and mourning. The road, lined with these majestic trees, leads us to the final resting place of many, providing a solemn and reflective atmosphere. The photograph, with its vibrant hues and intricate details, is a testament to the art of photochrom, a popular method of colorizing photographs during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The process involved applying a series of pigments to the image, resulting in a richly colored and lifelike representation of the scene. As we gaze upon this image, we cannot help but be captivated by the history and stories that lie within. The cypress trees, standing tall and proud, have witnessed countless funerals and mourning rituals, holding the memories of the past within their branches. The road, leading us to the cemetery, invites us to reflect on the passage of time and the transience of life. This photograph, with its historical significance and evocative imagery, is a must-have for any collection of vintage views or for those with an interest in the history and culture of Constantinople and Turkey.
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