Missionaries dining in the bush, Madagascar, ca. 1900-1930
Published / Created
1900-1930
Publication Place
Madagascar, Africa
Description
87. Afrique (Madagascar) - La Rencontre de Deux Missionnaires Dans La Brousse ("The Meeting of Two Missionaries In the Bush"). Two missionary fathers sit on the ground at a small table with teapot, cups, and plates. Behind them stand two indigenous young men with a pitcher and a plate as if to serve the missionaries. Another indigenous young man sits on the ground nearby. Also included in the International Mission Photography Archive. The back of the postcard is blank and contains information about the publisher: "L'Oeuvre de la Propagation de la Foi soutient les Missions catholiques du monde entier. Envoyez votre offrande par Cheques Postaux: Paris, 618 25, Lyon, 72.71 ("The work of the Propagation of the Faith supports the catholic Missions of the whole world. Send your offering by Postal cheques") PROPAGATION DE LA FOI. Paris - 5, rue Monsieur, (VIIe). Lyon, 12 Rue Sala ".
Extent
9.5 x 14 cm.
Collection Information
Repository
Yale Divinity Library
Collection Title
Missionary Postcard Collection
Collection / Other Creator
Yale Divinity Library Special Collections. Divinity School. Day Missions Library
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