Fine Art Print : Vryburg Hotel, Vryburg, Basutoland, South Africa
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Vryburg Hotel, Vryburg, Basutoland, South Africa
Vryburg Hotel, Market Street, Vryburg (former Stellaland capital), Basutoland (now Lesotho), South Africa. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14370160
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Basutoland Capital Colony Fence Hotels Lesotho Southern Trellis
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Vryburg Hotel, Vryburg, Basutoland (now Lesotho), South Africa. Captured in the 1910s, this stunning photograph from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive transports you to the historic market street of Vryburg, the former capital of Stellaland. The Vryburg Hotel, with its grand facade and inviting veranda, stands as a testament to the rich history and colonial charm of this South African town. Add this beautiful Fine Art Print to your home or office to evoke a sense of adventure and nostalgia. Rights Managed through Media Storehouse.
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 tranquil scene of the Vryburg Hotel, located on Market Street in Vryburg, Basutoland (now Lesotho), South Africa, during the 1910s. Vryburg served as the capital of Stellaland, a short-lived Boer republic that existed between 1885 and 1895, before being annexed by the British. The Vryburg Hotel, with its grandiose design and red-roofed buildings, stands proudly amidst the lush vegetation, including tall trees that provide a cooling shade. The trellis fence and trees lining the street add to the colonial charm of the scene. The British Empire's influence is evident in the architecture of the hotel, which reflects the European design sensibilities of the time. The peaceful atmosphere of the photograph belies the complex history of the region. The area was a contested territory between various European powers and local African kingdoms, and the establishment of the British colony brought about significant social and political changes. Despite this, the photograph presents a snapshot of a moment in time, where the daily routines of the community come together in the bustling market street. The Vryburg Hotel, with its inviting facade and welcoming atmosphere, would have been a popular destination for travelers and visitors passing through the region during the early 20th century. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when colonialism shaped the landscape of Southern Africa.
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