Metal Print : Curio Store, Livingstone, Barotseland, Northern Rhodesia
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Curio Store, Livingstone, Barotseland, Northern Rhodesia
King Lewinikias (Lewanika) Curio Store, Livingstone, Barotseland (now part of Zambia), Southern Africa. Date: circa 1905
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Media ID 14407162
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Curio Huts Livingstone Roof Southern Store Stores Straw Thatched Zambia
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Bring the rich history of Southern Africa into your home with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases an iconic image of King Lewanika's Curio Store in Livingstone, Barotseland (now part of Zambia), circa 1905. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed photograph captures the essence of a bygone era in African history. Our high-quality Metal Prints are not only visually striking but also durable, adding a unique and timeless touch to any room. Order yours today and start your personal collection of historical moments.
Our Metal Prints feature rounded corners and rear fixings for easy wall mounting. Images are directly printed onto a lightweight, high quality 5mm thick, durable metallic surface for a vivid and vibrant finish. Available in 2 sizes, 28x35cm (14x11) and 50x40cm (20x16). The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the scene outside King Lewanika's Curio Store in Livingstone, Barotseland, Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia), circa 1905. The store, run by King Lewanika, also known as Lewanika I, was a popular destination for travelers and collectors seeking authentic African souvenirs during the early 1900s. The image showcases the unique blend of African and European influences that characterized this period in Southern Africa's history. The thatched huts, with their distinctive straw roofs, are a testament to the traditional African architectural style, while the presence of the curio store represents the encroaching influence of European trade and commerce. The trees in the background provide a lush, natural backdrop to the scene, emphasizing the rural setting of the store. The huts, with their simple yet functional design, contrast sharply with the more ornate and intricately decorated curio store, highlighting the cultural differences between the African and European communities. King Lewanika, a respected leader of the Lozi people, was a key figure in the political and cultural landscape of Barotseland during this time. His curio store was not only a source of income for him and his people but also a symbol of their rich cultural heritage. The store's popularity among travelers and collectors helped to promote awareness of African art and culture in Europe and beyond. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into a time when African and European cultures began to intersect in significant ways, shaping the course of history in Southern Africa.
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