Canvas Print : Slum Housing Java 1971
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Slum Housing Java 1971
Aerial view of slum housing in the centre of Java, Indonesia. Date: 1971
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Media ID 14293701
© Mary Evans Picture Library/HUBERTUS KANUS
1971 Huts Indonesia Java Makeshift Regional Slum Squalid
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Experience the power of visual storytelling with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This captivating piece, titled "Slum Housing Java 1971," showcases an aerial view of a Java, Indonesia, slum from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. Rights Managed. The vivid colors and textures of our premium canvas material bring this poignant historical image to life, making it a unique and thought-provoking addition to any space. Transport yourself back in time and ignite important conversations with this striking artwork.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative aerial photograph captures the stark reality of slum housing in the heart of Java, Indonesia, in 1971. The image presents a chaotic scene of makeshift structures haphazardly arranged, with narrow alleys weaving between them. The huts, constructed from various materials including corrugated metal, wood, and bamboo, appear cramped and squalid. The scene is further emphasized by the contrast between the slum and the lush greenery that surrounds it, highlighting the disparity between affluence and poverty. Java, Indonesia's most populous island, has long been home to a significant portion of the country's population living in informal settlements. The causes of this phenomenon are complex and multifaceted, including economic factors, urbanization, and government policies. In the 1970s, Indonesia was undergoing rapid industrialization, and the demand for labor in urban areas led to a surge in the growth of slums. Despite the challenging living conditions, the residents of these communities have shown remarkable resilience and adaptability. They have developed intricate social networks and support systems, and many have managed to eke out a living in the informal economy. However, the lack of access to basic services such as clean water, sanitation, and education continues to be a significant challenge. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the historical and ongoing struggle for adequate housing and basic services in Indonesia and other parts of Asia. It underscores the need for sustainable and inclusive urban development policies that prioritize the needs of the most vulnerable populations.
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