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Canvas Print : River port in Antananarivo, Madagascar
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River port in Antananarivo, Madagascar
Port with pirogues at the Ikopa River transporting crops in Antananarivo (Tananarive), Madagascar. Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 14402153
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Antananarivo Canoe Canoes Crop Crops Madagascan Madagascar Ports Rivers Tananarive Transporting Pirogue Pirogues
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Bring the enchanting beauty of Madagascar's Ikopa River port into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a bustling scene of pirogues transporting crops along the river in Antananarivo, circa 1910. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich colors and intricate details of this rights-managed photograph, ensuring a stunning and authentic representation of this unique moment in time. Elevate your decor with our Canvas Prints and transport yourself to the heart of Madagascar's vibrant history.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken circa 1910, showcases the bustling activity at the river port of Antananarivo, Madagascar, now known as Tananarive. The Ikopa River, a vital waterway for the Malagasy people, is teeming with traditional pirogues or canoes, skillfully navigated by local boatsmen. The pirogues are laden with various crops, including rice, beans, and vegetables, which are transported from the surrounding countryside to the city. The image offers a glimpse into the past, when the river served as the primary means of transportation for goods and people in Madagascar. The pirogues, with their distinctive curved hulls, glide effortlessly on the water, their sails billowing in the wind. The boatsmen, dressed in traditional attire, expertly maneuver their vessels, demonstrating their deep connection to the river and their mastery of its currents. The scene at the port is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the Malagasy people, who have relied on the Ikopa River for transportation for generations. The photograph captures a moment in time when the river was the lifeline of the community, connecting the rural areas to the city and facilitating trade and commerce. This evocative image, with its rich history and cultural significance, is a reminder of the importance of waterways in shaping the lives of communities around the world. The pirogues, the boatsmen, and the Ikopa River continue to be an integral part of the fabric of Madagascar's heritage, and this photograph serves as a visual testament to that enduring connection.
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