Alexander Gordon Laing Scottish explorer of Western Africa Laing was the first European known to have reached the ancient city of Tombouctou Timbuctoo He reached the city in August but was murdered there a month later From A Biographical Dictionary of Eminent Scotsmen by Thomas Thomson London
Figurative Art
Think reality delights? You bet your walls do too. So, why not introduce them to our collection of figurative art. Make acquaintance with inspiring muses of famous masters or get a glimpse of pop culture icons caught on camera. Any masterpieces you choose will give your space a unique story to share in our handcrafted frames.
This genre of art involves a realistic depiction of living as well as inanimate objects. Artists like Jean Michel Basquiat, Norman Rockwell, and Banksy are renowned for giving a platform to cultural commentary and human experiences through their art.
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