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Antique Framed Print : Africa, Benin, Ganvie. a scene on the main channel with boats, shops and stilt houses
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Africa, Benin, Ganvie. a scene on the main channel with boats, shops and stilt houses
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Abomey Calavi Atlantique Benin Canoe Canoes Channel Dug Out Canoe Floating Village Ganvie Lac Nokoue Lagoon Shop Stilt House Stilt Houses West Africa Wooden House Floating House
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.8cm (14.6" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the essence of life in Ganvie, a unique village located in Benin, West Africa. The image showcases a bustling scene on the main channel, where boats gracefully glide through the calm waters alongside vibrant shops and stilt houses. Ganvie is famously known as the "Venice of Africa" due to its extraordinary setting on Lake Nokoue. Here, residents have ingeniously built their homes on stilts above the water, creating an enchanting floating village that seems to defy gravity. In this snapshot of daily life, we witness locals navigating their wooden canoes skillfully along the channel. The colorful boats add a touch of vibrancy against the serene backdrop of nature's beauty. Each vessel tells its own story as it transports goods or passengers from one point to another. The shops lining the waterfront offer glimpses into local commerce and trade. From fresh produce to handmade crafts, these small businesses contribute to Ganvie's thriving economy while adding splashes of color and character to this picturesque scene. As sunlight dances upon the water's surface and gentle breezes rustle through palm trees nearby, one cannot help but be captivated by this harmonious coexistence between man and nature. This photograph encapsulates not only Ganvie's unique architectural marvels but also highlights how communities adapt and thrive amidst challenging environments. Discover Images by AWL invites you to immerse yourself in this stunning portrayal of African culture and craftsmanship—a testament to human resilience set against a breathtaking natural landscape.
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