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Jigsaw Puzzle : Salim Road, Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa
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Salim Road, Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa
Salim Road, Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa. Date: circa 1940
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
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Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Experience the vibrant culture and history of Mombasa, Kenya with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring an iconic image of Salim Road, circa 1940, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, this jigsaw puzzle invites you on an adventure to discover the rich heritage of East Africa. With intricate details and stunning colors, this puzzle is not only a fun activity for the whole family, but also a beautiful addition to any room. Immerse yourself in the exotic atmosphere and transport yourself to another world with this captivating puzzle piece.
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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Salim Road, Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa (circa 1940) - A snapshot of colonial life in Mombasa, Kenya during the 1940s. This photograph captures the bustling Salim Road, a major thoroughfare in the heart of the city. The image is a testament to the diverse mix of cultures and communities that coexisted during the British colonial era. On the right side of the road, a row of European-style buildings, with their whitewashed walls and red-tiled roofs, stand tall and imposing. These structures housed the offices and residences of the British colonial administration and the affluent European community. On the left side of the road, the scene shifts dramatically. Here, we see a cluster of African shops selling local curios and textiles. The shops, with their colorful displays, are run by local entrepreneurs, many of whom catered to the demand for African artifacts and textiles from the European community. In the foreground, a car with a British colonial flag on its bonnet is parked on the side of the road. Pedestrians, both European and African, make their way along the pavement, while a few cyclists navigate the busy street. A man in a white shirt and shorts, possibly an African employee of the colonial administration, walks along the sidewalk, carrying a briefcase. The image offers a glimpse into the complex and multifaceted nature of life in Mombasa during the colonial era, with its blend of European and African cultures, and the coexistence of different communities and economies.
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