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Uganda Railway poster
Uganda Railway poster, showing the track from Nairobi to Mombasa in Kenya, Africa 1908 Date: 1908
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Media ID 7402055
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of Africa's iconic Uganda Railway with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating reproduction, sourced from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, showcases the vintage charm of a 1908 poster advertising the railway's journey from Nairobi to Mombasa in Kenya. Transport yourself back in time with this stunning piece of art, perfect for adding character and depth to your home or office decor. Our Fine Art Prints are carefully produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting image that will be a conversation starter for years to come.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Step aboard the Uganda Railway: Your Ticket to Adventure in Africa, 1908! This vintage poster invites travelers to embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Africa. Depicting a scenic stretch of the Uganda Railway track from Nairobi to Mombasa in Kenya, the poster transports us back in time to the early 1900s. The Uganda Railway, also known as the Lunatic Express, was a British engineering marvel that connected the port city of Mombasa on the Indian Ocean with the inland capital of Kampala, Uganda. Construction began in 1896 and was completed in 1908, spanning a total length of 1,288 kilometers (800 miles). The poster's vibrant colors and intricate details capture the essence of the African landscape, with lush greenery, winding rivers, and majestic mountains in the background. The railway track cuts through the landscape like a silver ribbon, symbolizing the connection between different cultures and communities. The poster's text, written in bold, inviting letters, reads, "272 Miles from Nairobi to Mombasa by the Uganda Railway." The promise of adventure and discovery is palpable, as the poster beckons travelers to explore the wonders of Africa and experience the thrill of a bygone era. This poster is a testament to the power of transportation to bring people closer together and broaden horizons. It invites us to imagine the stories of the intrepid travelers who once journeyed along this historic railway, and to dream of our own adventures in far-off lands. Join us on this journey through time and discover the magic of the Uganda Railway, where every mile is a new adventure waiting to unfold.
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