Fine Art Print : President Krugers residence, Pretoria, South Africa
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President Krugers residence, Pretoria, South Africa
President Krugers residence, Pretoria, Transvaal, South Africa, with Boer guards and Transvaal flag.
circa 1905
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Media ID 14370184
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Boer Boers Capital Flagpole Guards Kruger Pretoria Southern Transvaal
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of President Kruger's Residence in Pretoria, South Africa. Captured by renowned photographer Mary Evans / Pharcide in circa 1905, this captivating print showcases the President's residence in all its grandeur, complete with Boer guards and the Transvaal flag flying high. Add an air of sophistication and historical charm to any room in your home or office with this beautiful, museum-quality print. Order yours today from Media Storehouse and bring a piece of South African history into your space.
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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 photograph captures the residence of President Paul Kruger, the legendary Boer leader of the South African Republic of Transvaal, located in the heart of Pretoria, South Africa's administrative capital, around 1905. The image showcases the grandeur and fortified nature of the President's home, reflecting the political climate of the time. Boer guards, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, stand watchfully at the entrance, their rifles at the ready. The Transvaal flag, proudly hoisted atop the flagpole, symbolizes the independence and sovereignty of the Boer Republic. The city of Pretoria, with its tree-lined streets and pavements, is visible in the background, creating a stark contrast between the urban environment and the rural, militaristic setting of the President's residence. The image transports us back to an era of political tension and struggle for power in Southern Africa, as the Boer Republics faced increasing pressure from the British Empire. President Kruger, a charismatic and influential figure, played a significant role in the Second Boer War (1899-1902), which ultimately led to the end of the Boer Republics and the establishment of the Union of South Africa under British rule. This photograph provides a unique glimpse into the daily life and security measures of the Boer leaders during this period of South African history.
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