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Wood Market - Timbuktu, Mali, West Africa
Wood Market - Timbuktu, Mali, West Africa - a scarce commodity in the arid desert landscape of Central Mali. Date: circa 1910s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Branches Fuel Mali Malian Marketplace Merchants Mudbrick Piles Stacks Sticks Timbuctoo Timbuktu Trader Traders Timbuktoo
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the captivating world of Timbuktu, Mali, West Africa with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intriguing puzzle features a breathtaking image of a Wood Market from the 1910s, originally sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural history of this ancient city as you piece together this beautiful and intricate puzzle. With its vibrant colors and intricate details, this puzzle is not just a pastime, but a journey to a distant land. Bring the exotic charm of Timbuktu into your home and create cherished memories with friends and family as you solve this enchanting puzzle together.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76cm x 48.6cm (29.9" x 19.1")
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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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Wood Market in Timbuktu, Mali, West Africa - a Scarce Commodity in the Arid Desert Landscape of Central Mali (circa 1910s) This evocative photograph captures the bustling Wood Market in the ancient city of Timbuktu, Mali, in the heart of West Africa. Amidst the arid desert landscape of Central Mali, the sight of these towering piles of wood, branches, and sticks is a striking contrast. The marketplace, with its mudbrick buildings and thatched-roof structures, serves as a vital hub for local traders and merchants. The Wood Market in Timbuktu holds a significant historical and cultural importance. Wood was, and still is, a scarce commodity in the region, making it a valuable resource for the local population. The city's strategic location along the Niger River and the trans-Saharan trade routes made it a melting pot of diverse cultures and traditions. The traders and merchants, dressed in colorful robes and turbans, can be seen carefully examining the wood piles, haggling over prices, and loading their carts and donkeys. The marketplace is a symphony of activity, with the sounds of bargaining, the smell of wood smoke, and the sight of people from all walks of life coming together to exchange goods. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and traditions of Timbuktu, a city that has long been a beacon of knowledge and commerce in West Africa. The Wood Market stands as a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of this region, who have adapted to the harsh desert conditions to create a vibrant and thriving community.
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