Mouse Mat : South Africa - Post Office, Pietermaritzburg
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South Africa - Post Office, Pietermaritzburg
Post Office, Pietermaritzburg, near Durban, Umgungundlovu, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Date: 1905
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Media ID 14203730
© The Wentworth Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Durban Kwazulu Natal Office Pietermaritzburg Umgungundlovu
Mouse Pad
Bring some life into your office, or create a heartfelt gift, with a personalised deluxe Mouse Mat. Made of high-density black foam with a tough, stain-resistant inter-woven cloth cover they will brighten up any home or corporate office.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 24.2cm x 19.7cm (9.5" x 7.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the historic Post Office building in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, as it stood in 1905. Located in the heart of this bustling city in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, near Durban, the Post Office served as a vital communication hub during the early 20th century. Established in 1838, Pietermaritzburg was named after the Voortrekkers, the Dutch-speaking settlers who had left the Cape Colony in search of new lands and opportunities. By the turn of the century, the town had grown into an important commercial and administrative center, and the Post Office reflected its growing significance. The architectural style of the Post Office is a testament to the eclectic mix of influences that shaped South African architecture during this period. The building's red-brick facade, with its ornate cornices and arched windows, is reminiscent of Victorian-era design, while the use of local materials and the incorporation of traditional African motifs reflect the unique cultural fusion that characterized South African architecture. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the daily life of Pietermaritzburg during this era. The street in front of the Post Office is filled with horse-drawn carts and pedestrians, while the flagpole atop the building flies the Union Jack, symbolizing South Africa's status as a British colony. Today, the Post Office building in Pietermaritzburg stands as a cherished piece of South Africa's rich historical heritage. It serves as a reminder of the country's complex past and the diverse influences that have shaped its unique identity.
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