Canvas Print : Gertrude Bell looking out into the desert - Iraq
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Gertrude Bell looking out into the desert - Iraq
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Media ID 14165923
© Mary Evans Picture Library
Bell Desert Gertrude Iraq Iraqi Mesopotamia Mesopotamian
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Gertrude Bell Canvas Print from Media Storehouse's exclusive range. This stunning artwork, featuring the intrepid explorer Gertrude Bell gazing out into the vast, sun-kissed desert of Iraq, is brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. Rights Managed. Each print is meticulously crafted on high-quality canvas, ensuring vibrant colors and extraordinary detail that brings the mystique of the Middle East right into your home. Transport yourself to a time of adventure and discovery with this evocative and enchanting piece.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Gertrude Bell, the intrepid British explorer and archaeologist, gazes out into the vast, sun-scorched desert of Mesopotamia, now modern-day Iraq, with a sense of wonder and determination. The year was 1911, and Bell, dressed in a long-sleeved blouse and a wide-brimmed hat to shield herself from the relentless sun, had just completed a grueling journey through the unforgiving terrain. Bell's fascination with Mesopotamia began in her childhood, when she read tales of ancient civilizations and dreamed of exploring the lands of the Bible. Her passion led her to study archaeology at Girton College, Cambridge, and later to travel extensively throughout the Middle East. In Iraq, Bell's knowledge of the region's history and culture made her an invaluable asset to the British government during World War I. She served as a political officer, advising British military commanders on local customs and politics, and played a crucial role in the establishment of the modern Iraqi state. Despite the challenges she faced, including harsh desert conditions, political instability, and cultural barriers, Bell remained dedicated to her work. Her explorations and archaeological discoveries, including the site of the ancient city of Ur, helped to shed new light on the rich history of Mesopotamia and the broader Middle East. This evocative image of Gertrude Bell, captured in the heart of the desert, serves as a reminder of her indomitable spirit and her enduring legacy as a pioneering scholar, explorer, and diplomat.
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