Feature Points
- HISTORIC PHOTO REPRODUCTION: You'll love this high quality historic reproduction of 1868 Gaucho of The Argentine Republic Photo Print. Our museum quality prints are archival grade, which means it will look great and last without fading for over 100 years. Our print to order photos are made in the USA and each print is inspected for quality. This historic photo is a perfect addition to your themed decor. Vintage photos look great in the home, study or office. They make a perfect gift as well.
- MUSEUM QUALITY: This high quality photo print will be a great addition to your vintage-themed wall. Don't waste money on cheap-looking, thin paper photos. We use high-end printing equipment with professional quality photo paper and ink. Our professional's choice semi-gloss paper displays images beautifully.
- A LOOK BACK AT HISTORY: This is an impressive, historic reproduction of 1868 Argentinian Gaucho Photo Print. A true piece of history. See our product description section for more fascinating information about this historic photo and its significance.
- READY TO FRAME: This unframed print includes a 0.2 inch border for a perfect frame fit and look. Our photos are designed to fit easy-to-find standard frame sizes, saving you money from having to pay for a custom frame. Each photo is inspected for quality and shipped in a rigid envelope/tube. The Historic Prints logo watermark will not appear in the printed photo.
- HISTORIX: We love history and art. Sometimes old photos have tears, separations and other blemishes. We digitally restore and enhance photos while keeping its historical character. All our photos are proudly made in the USA. Looking for a specific photo size? Please contact us. Customers all over the world love our vintage photos and we know you will too.
Additional Information
Argentinian gauchos were skilled horsemen renowned for their bravery and free spirit. They became significant folk heroes in South America, especially during the latter portions of the nineteenth century when this photograph was taken. They are frequently used in literature, local legends, and folklore, as well as a significant feature as part of regional cultural traditions to this day. The image of the gaucho and their reputation and dress have become part of the cultural fabric of South America as they were as well known for their skills on horseback as for their unruliness and, at times, trickery.
Typically, gauchos were nomadic cattlemen who lived on the vast plains of Argentina, where herds of cattle grazed before being taken to market. The earliest gauchos came from the Iberian peninsula of Spain. They brought their local traditions and cultures, which mingled with indigenous culture, becoming a distinctive blend of new traditions and skills that continue to influence South American culture today. Gauchos were considered a social class and not an ethnic group. During their heyday, they were viewed as outlaws who smuggled contraband, including illegal cowhides destined for markets in North America and Europe.
This iconic photograph bears a distinctive aesthetic and unique style that captures the spirit of the Argentinian gaucho and immediately transports the viewer back in time, creating an indelible bond between the present and the past. This is truly an authentic piece of South American photographic history and folklore.
