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Mother carries her baby, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa
Mother carries her baby, in a sling on her back, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa Date: circa 1930s
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Media ID 14409412
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience the rich cultural connections of the past with our exquisite Mother and Baby greeting cards from the Media Storehouse collection. This heartwarming image, captured in the 1930s in Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa, showcases a mother's love and devotion as she carries her baby in a traditional sling. This beautifully preserved photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, adds a unique and thoughtful touch to any message. Perfect for Mother's Day, baby showers, or just to express your love and appreciation. Order now and add a touch of history and warmth to your greeting.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.7cm x 12.5cm (6.2" x 4.9")
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) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph, captured in the heart of Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa during the 1930s, a mother tenderly cradles her sleeping baby, securely tucked against her back in a traditional African sling. The mother's expression is one of deep contentment and love, her eyes closed in peaceful repose as she goes about her daily tasks. The baby, wrapped snugly in cloth, sleeps soundly, undisturbed by the hustle and bustle of the bustling marketplace that surrounds them. The vibrant colors and textures of the scene are a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Sierra Leone. The mother's intricately patterned wrapper and the colorful fabrics of the market stalls create a visual feast for the eyes, transporting us back in time to a place of simple beauty and grace. Despite the challenges and hardships that life in Freetown during the 1930s undoubtedly presented, this image offers a poignant reminder of the enduring bond between mother and child. The use of the African sling, a traditional method of carrying infants that has been used for centuries in West Africa, adds an extra layer of cultural significance to the photograph. This image offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of a community that has long been shaped by a unique blend of African and European influences. It is a poignant reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit, and the power of love to transcend the challenges of everyday life. The photograph is a beautiful and poignant reminder of the universal experience of motherhood, and the deep connection that exists between mothers and their children, no matter where they may be in the world. It is a testament to the power of photography to capture and preserve moments in time, allowing us to connect with the past and appreciate the richness and diversity of human experience.
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