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Greetings Card : Kissy Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa
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Kissy Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa
Kissy Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa. Date: circa 1912
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Media ID 14407337
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Adults Buying Cream Freetown Leone Pedestrians Policeman Policemen Selling Sierra Truncheon
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Brighten someone's day with a unique and heartfelt greeting from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring an evocative image of Kissy Street in Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa, circa 1912. This stunning photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to another time and place. Each card in our range is a work of art, printed on high-quality paper and comes with a thoughtful and inspiring message inside. Perfect for any occasion, these cards are a thoughtful and meaningful way to show you care.
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 evocative photograph captures the bustling atmosphere of Kissy Street in Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa, circa 1912. The image presents a vibrant scene of daily life, with a mix of African men, women, and children going about their business. The street is lined with various shops, each one offering a unique product or service. In the foreground, a policeman stands watch over the crowd, his uniform crisp and his truncheon at the ready. The buildings in the background display a blend of architectural styles, reflecting the diverse cultural influences that have shaped Freetown over the years. The presence of European-style structures suggests the influence of colonial rule, while the traditional African huts hint at the rich indigenous heritage. One of the shops in the photograph catches the eye, with a large ice cream cart parked outside. People of all ages are seen buying and selling goods, creating a lively and dynamic marketplace. The children in the photograph add a sense of innocence and wonder, their curious expressions and playful antics adding to the overall charm of the scene. Despite the passage of time, this photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the history and culture of Freetown and Sierra Leone during the early 1900s. It is a reminder of the resilience and vitality of African communities, and the enduring power of human connection and commerce.
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