Poster Print : Racial /s Africa / Hottentot
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Racial /s Africa / Hottentot
SaRTJE BaRTMAN, also known as The Hottentot Venus - African servant girl brought to London 1810 & exhibited there and in Paris, where she died 1815, her body preserved
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Media ID 574492
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1810 1811 1815 Body Brought Died Exhibited Hottentot Preserved Sara Sarah Servant Racial
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Racial /s Africa / Hottentot" poster print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image provides a poignant glimpse into history, featuring Saartjie Baartman, also known as the "Hottentot Venus." This African servant girl was famously exhibited in London and Paris during the early 19th century, drawing crowds due to her unique physical features. This evocative poster print invites viewers to reflect on the complexities of history and the human condition, sparking important conversations around representation and cultural sensitivity. Add this thought-provoking piece to your decor and start a captivating conversation.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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 powerful print captures the tragic story of Saartje Baartman, also known as The Hottentot Venus. A young African servant girl brought to London in 1810 and exhibited there and in Paris, where she ultimately died in 1815. Her body was preserved after her death, adding another layer of exploitation to her already heartbreaking tale.
Saartje's story is a stark reminder of the historical mistreatment and objectification of African individuals during this time period. She was paraded around like a spectacle for European audiences, reduced to nothing more than a curiosity due to her physical appearance.
Despite the passage of time, Saartje's legacy lives on as a symbol of racial injustice and colonial exploitation. Her story serves as a poignant reminder of the need for empathy, understanding, and respect towards all individuals regardless of their background or appearance.
Through this print from Mary Evans Picture Library, we are confronted with the harsh realities faced by individuals like Saartje Baartman in history. It is essential that we remember these stories and strive towards creating a more equitable and just society for all.
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