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Colombo, Ceylon, from the series Our Trade with the East, 1930 (colour litho)
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Colombo, Ceylon, from the series Our Trade with the East, 1930 (colour litho)
MAN464426 Colombo, Ceylon, from the series Our Trade with the East, 1930 (colour litho) by Shoesmith, Kenneth (1890-1939); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: commissioned by the Empire Marketing Board and printed by Waterlow & Sons Ltd for HMSO;
Manchester Art Gallery holds a fascinating collection of artist-designed posters, Commissioned by the British government's Empire Marketing Board between 1926 and 1933. The EMB's main function was to increase sales of Empire-grown and Empire-made goods throughout Great Britain, its Dominions and its Colonies. One aspect of its activities was a poster campaign that was designed to turn Britons into Empire-conscious consumers. Over 200 posters were acquired by Manchester Art Gallery in the 1930s. The posters strong images illustrate the Empire's people, places and products. However, for a contemporary audience, the posters sometimes express uncomfortable beliefs and raise difficult questions about the legacies of the Empire today.); © Manchester Art Gallery
Media ID 32118052
© Manchester Art Gallery / Bridgeman Images
Asiae Boxes British Empire Ceylon City Scape Colombo Colony Commodity Crate Crates Empire Marketing Board Export Exporting Goods Loading Manual Worker Produce Sri Lanka Sri Lankan Townscape Vintage Poster City Overview City Scene Laborer Labourer Means Of Conveyance Tradesman Tradesmen
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This vibrant and captivating print titled "Colombo, Ceylon" takes us back to the year 1930, showcasing a snapshot of the bustling city in all its glory. The image is part of the renowned series "Our Trade with the East" commissioned by the Empire Marketing Board and printed by Waterlow & Sons Ltd for HMSO. The Manchester Art Gallery proudly holds an extensive collection of artist-designed posters from this era. These posters were created to promote sales of goods produced within the British Empire across Great Britain, its Dominions, and Colonies. With over 200 acquired posters, they offer a fascinating insight into both the people and products that shaped this vast empire. However, as we view these historical pieces through a contemporary lens, it becomes evident that they also raise uncomfortable questions about the legacies left behind by colonialism. While their strong imagery showcases various aspects of life within the Empire, they also remind us to critically examine our past and present relationships with former colonies. This particular photograph captures Colombo's vibrant energy through vivid colors and intricate details. It serves as a reminder of Ceylon's rich cultural heritage while inviting viewers to reflect on how our perception has evolved since then. Displayed here courtesy of Bridgeman Images under copyright from Manchester Art Gallery, this print offers an opportunity for contemplation on history's complexities while appreciating artistry at its finest.
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