Poster Print : Archibald Stansfeld Belaney, British-born conservationist

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Archibald Stansfeld Belaney, British-born conservationist

Archibald Stansfeld Belaney (1888-1938), British-born conservationist, fur trapper and writer, disguised as Native American Grey Owl Date: circa 1930s

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Media ID 32261686

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Archibald British Born Cabin Character Conservationist Disguise Disguised Empty Feather Frontispiece Stansfeld Tales Trapper 1936 Environmentalist Persona

20x30 inch Poster Print

Bring the captivating story of Archibald Stansfeld Belaney, also known as Grey Owl, into your home with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This exquisite image of Belaney, captured by renowned photographer Terry Parker, showcases the enigmatic conservationist in his disguise as a Native American. With his piercing gaze and distinctive fur hat, this poster is a must-have for nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and those inspired by Belaney's remarkable life story. Printed on high-quality matte paper, this poster is not only a beautiful addition to your wall but also a conversation starter. Experience the allure of the past with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.

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 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")

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.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
Archibald Stansfeld Belaney, a British-born conservationist, fur trapper, and writer, is depicted in this frontispiece illustration from the 1930s. Known to the world as Grey Owl, Belaney adopted the persona of a Native American Anishinaabe man to promote conservation efforts and raise awareness about the plight of North America's wildlife. Born in Surrey, England, in 1888, Belaney's fascination with the natural world began at a young age. He left home in his teens and traveled extensively throughout Europe, North Africa, and North America. In the early 1900s, he settled in Canada and began living as a trapper in the wilderness of Ontario. It was there that he adopted the name Grey Owl, inspired by the owls he encountered in the forest. Belaney's writings, which included tales of his experiences in the wilderness, gained widespread popularity in the 1930s. He became a prominent figure in the conservation movement, using his platform to advocate for the protection of North America's forests and wildlife. His disguise as a Native American was a controversial aspect of his persona, with some criticizing him for cultural appropriation. This evocative image captures Belaney in his cabin, dressed in traditional Native American clothing and surrounded by the trappings of his simple life in the woods. The empty cabin and the solitary figure of Grey Owl serve as a reminder of his dedication to the natural world and his commitment to living in harmony with nature. Belaney's legacy continues to inspire conservationists and nature lovers around the world, and his tales of the wilderness remain a testament to the power of the written word to connect us to the natural world.

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