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Jigsaw Puzzle : Grand Oriental Hotel, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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Grand Oriental Hotel, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Grand Oriental Hotel, York Street, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 14411799
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Capital Ceylon Colombo Hotels Lanka Rickshaw Rickshaws Sunblinds
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Transport yourself back in time with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic Grand Oriental Hotel in Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), this puzzle showcases a stunning image from circa 1910. Captured by Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed photograph brings the rich history of the Grand Oriental Hotel to life. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this puzzle is a must-have for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Get ready to embark on an enjoyable and challenging journey, piecing together a piece of the past one puzzle piece at a time.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
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 grandeur of the Grand Oriental Hotel in Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), during the early 1910s. Located on York Street in the heart of the colonial city, the hotel was a symbol of British influence and luxury in the Indian subcontinent. The large, imposing building is adorned with sunblinds and boasts an air of elegance and sophistication. The bustling street scene outside the hotel reveals the vibrant life of Colombo during this era. People go about their daily business, some carrying heavy loads on their heads or in rickshaws, while others engage in animated conversations. Rickshaws, a common mode of transportation during this time, line the streets, adding to the cacophony of sounds and colors. The Grand Oriental Hotel was a popular destination for travelers and dignitaries alike, offering luxurious accommodations and world-class dining experiences. The hotel's reputation as a premier establishment in the British Empire attracted many prominent figures, including politicians, businessmen, and artists. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and cultural diversity of Colombo during the 1910s, a time when the city was at the crossroads of East and West. The Grand Oriental Hotel stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of colonial architecture and the indelible mark it left on the city's landscape.
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