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Moloo Brothers & Co, Dar-es-Salaam, East Africa
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Moloo Brothers & Co, Dar-es-Salaam, East Africa
The general store of Moloo Brothers & Co, stamp dealers and money changers, goldsmiths, jewellers, tailors and outfitters, Acacia Avenue, Dar-es-Salaam, Tanganyika, British East Africa (now Tanzania). Date: circa 1930s
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene outside the general store of Moloo Brothers & Co, located on Acacia Avenue in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanganyika (now Tanzania), during the 1930s. The store, which functioned as stamp dealers and money changers, goldsmiths, jewellers, tailors, and outfitters, attracted a diverse crowd of customers from the local community and European settlers. The image showcases the unique blend of African and colonial influences that characterized life in Dar-es-Salaam during this period. The store's facade, with its dormer windows and ornate detailing, reflects the European architectural style prevalent in the city during colonial times. At the same time, the display of furs, skins, carpets, and rugs on the pavement outside the store highlights the importance of traditional African trade in the region. The Moloo Brothers' store was a hub of activity, where customers could buy stamps, exchange currency, have gold and jewelry appraised, get tailored clothing, and purchase various other goods. The store's diverse offerings catered to the needs of the multicultural population of Dar-es-Salaam, reflecting the complex and dynamic nature of trade during the colonial era in East Africa. The photograph also provides a glimpse into the vibrant street life of Dar-es-Salaam during this time, with people milling about, engaging in conversation, and conducting business deals on the sidewalk. The image captures a moment in history that speaks to the rich cultural and commercial exchange that took place in this part of Africa during the 1930s.
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