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Greetings Card : Money[lender?], Kandy, Ceylon, 1898. Creator: Christian Wilhelm Allers
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Money[lender?], Kandy, Ceylon, 1898. Creator: Christian Wilhelm Allers
Money[lender?], Kandy, Ceylon, 1898. Geld[verleiher?], Kandy. From " Rund um die Erde" [Round the Earth], written and illustrated by C. W. Allers. [Union Deutsche Verlagsgesellschaft, Stuttgart, 1898]
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Media ID 19779971
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Allers Andresen Bamp W C W Allers Ceylon Ceylonese Christian Wilhelm Christian Wilhelm Allers Coin Coinage Coins Currency Mahajan Money Money Lender Moneylender Rund Um Die Erde Sri Lanka Sri Lankan Turban Turbans Union Deutsche Verlagsgesellschaft Willy Willy Allers
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exquisite greeting cards from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring a captivating image from the past, this card showcases a Money[lender?] in Kandy, Ceylon, from the "Rund um die Erde" [Round the Earth] series by Christian Wilhelm Allers, dated 1898. This vintage photograph, sourced from Heritage Images, adds an intriguing touch to your message, making it a unique and thoughtful choice for any occasion. Let the rich history of this image enhance your greeting and transport the recipient on a journey around the world.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "Money[lender?], Kandy, Ceylon, 1898" takes us back in time to the enchanting streets of Sri Lanka. The image was created by Christian Wilhelm Allers as part of his book "Rund um die Erde" (Round the Earth), where he beautifully depicted various cultures and landscapes. In this particular scene, we see a distinguished-looking man who appears to be a moneylender. He is seated on a street corner with an open book before him, engrossed in financial matters. His traditional attire includes a turban-like headdress that adds an air of elegance to his presence. The photograph captures not only the individual but also provides glimpses into the vibrant surroundings. The bustling street scene behind him showcases daily life in Kandy during the late 19th century. It offers insights into the architecture, clothing styles, and overall atmosphere of this era. Allers' lithograph expertly conveys both artistic beauty and historical significance. Through its intricate details and careful composition, it transports viewers to another time and place – allowing us to appreciate Ceylonese culture while contemplating themes such as finance, currency, and wealth distribution. As we admire this remarkable print from Heritage Images' collection curated by The Print Collector, we are reminded of how art can serve as a window into history – preserving moments that might otherwise have been lost forever.
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