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Fine Art Print : Wilberforce Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa
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Wilberforce Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa
Wilberforce Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa Date: circa 1930s
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Media ID 14409404
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Freetown Leone Oct16 Sierra Wilberforce
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history and culture of Freetown, Sierra Leone with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring a captivating image of Wilberforce Street from the 1930s, this print brings the vibrant energy of West Africa into your home or office. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed print boasts exceptional detail and resolution, making it a must-have for history enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone seeking to add a touch of global flair to their decor. Transport yourself to another time and place with this beautiful piece of art.
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 33.8cm (21" x 13.3")
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.
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1. Title: "Wilberforce Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa - A Snapshot of Daily Life in the 1930s" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the bustling atmosphere of Wilberforce Street in Freetown, the vibrant capital city of Sierra Leone, West Africa. Dating back to the 1930s, this image offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of this historic community, which was founded in the late 18th century as a sanctuary for freed slaves from the Caribbean and the Americas. The photograph reveals a lively scene filled with people going about their business, children playing, and vendors selling their wares. The narrow, cobblestone street is lined with low-slung buildings, many of which display the distinctive red-tiled roofs that are characteristic of Freetown's architecture. In the foreground, a man in European-style clothing, possibly a government official or a businessman, is seen engaging in a conversation with a local resident. The presence of the Union Jack flag flying above the buildings is a reminder of Sierra Leone's colonial past, which lasted from 1808 to 1961. Despite the challenges of colonial rule, the people of Freetown managed to maintain their unique cultural identity and resilience, as evidenced by the diverse mix of African, European, and Caribbean influences visible in this photograph. The image also showcases the rich textures and patterns of West African fabrics, with several people wearing colorful, intricately designed garments. The vibrant market scene in the background further underscores the vital role that trade and commerce played in the lives of the residents of Wilberforce Street and Freetown as a whole. This photograph serves as an invaluable historical record of a pivotal time in the history of Sierra Leone and its people, providing a window into the past that continues to inspire and captivate viewers today.
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