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Antique Framed Print : Scene on Wellawatte Canal, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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Scene on Wellawatte Canal, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Scene on the Wellawatte Canal, suburb of Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1905
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Media ID 14411791
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Barge Barges Brick Bridges Canal Capital Ceylon Colombo Lanka Suburb Suburban
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 23.8cm (14.6" x 9.4")
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 evocative photograph captures a tranquil moment on the Wellawatte Canal in Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) during the early 1900s. The scene presents a picturesque suburban setting, with the calm waters reflecting the image of tall, leafy trees lining the banks. The trees, a mix of indigenous and exotic species, provide a lush canopy, offering shade and shelter to the people and boats passing by. The image showcases the diverse population of the area, with individuals of various ethnicities and backgrounds engaging in daily activities. Boats and barges of different sizes are seen transporting goods and people across the canal, adding to the bustling atmosphere. In the background, a red-brick bridge arches over the water, connecting the suburban areas on either side. The British colonial influence is evident in the scene, with the well-maintained infrastructure and European-style buildings visible in the background. The Wellawatte Canal, a vital waterway during the colonial era, played a significant role in the transportation of goods and people within the city of Colombo, the capital of Ceylon. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and multicultural fabric of Colombo during the early 1900s, providing a fascinating insight into the daily life of the people and the bustling suburban community of Wellawatte.
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