Mouse Mat : Locals - Samarkand, Uzbekistan
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Locals - Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Locals - Samarkand, Uzbekistan Date: 1907
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Media ID 14351237
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Carrier Filled Samarkand Sep15 Skins Uzbek Uzbekistan 1907
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 15.6cm (9.3" x 6.1")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time, transporting us back to the vibrant and culturally rich city of Samarkand, Uzbekistan in 1907. The image is filled with a lively scene of local people going about their daily lives on a bustling street. In the foreground, a group of men sit together, engaged in conversation, their faces expressing a range of emotions from curiosity to contentment. Behind them, a water carrier balances a large earthenware jar on his head, skillfully navigating the uneven cobblestones. Further down the road, a man walks with a large sack slung over his shoulder, while another man leads a donkey laden with goods. The photograph also reveals the unique and intriguing aspects of Uzbek life at the turn of the 20th century. A pig is tethered to a post, its skins spread out to dry, while a woman in traditional Uzbek dress walks by, her face obscured by a veil. The scene is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the local population, who made their living through agriculture, trade, and animal husbandry. The photograph's sepia tones add to its timeless quality, creating a sense of nostalgia and wonder. It offers a glimpse into a world that has largely disappeared, yet remains an important part of the rich cultural heritage of Central Asia.
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