Etsy - Lampposted Syria Travel Poster, Maaloula, Excursions in The Orient, Reprint, Travel & Tourism Advertising, Wall Art Decor 1990S

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Syria Travel Poster, Maaloula, Excursions in the Orient, Reprint, travel & tourism advertising, wall art decor 1990s This is a Excursions in the Orient poster reprint of the village on Maaloula or Maloula in Syria. It is part of a portfolio of exotic travel posters from the mysterious Orient encouraging Europeans to visit or settle in the Middle East. Dimensions: 15.7 in x 11.8 in (40 cm x 30 cm) Since Napolean's campaigns in Egypt & Syria in the late 18C, the Orient had been coveted terrain for European powers seeking to expand their power base in the Mediterranean Sea & by the 19C had become a popular destination for tourism, travel & pilgrimage. French tourism companies started issuing posters promoting tourism in the neely colonised lands in bright colours & stark contrasts underscoring the romantisim of the locales & are part of the Orientalist movement. They're an expression of the European mindset that described the Orient as a mysterious & fantastic realm, far from the antithesis of drudgery of Europe. These posters are sent as unframed. They will be delivered in a cardboard tube for protection. See the FAQ for more information on shipping, tracking & insurance options. Syria Travel Poster, Maaloula, Excursions in The Orient, Reprint, Travel & Tourism Advertising, Wall Art Decor 1990S