Framed Print : Church House and Bookshop, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa
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Church House and Bookshop, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa
Church House and Bookshop, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa. Date: circa 1950
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Media ID 14398495
© Mary Evans/Pharcide
1950 Bookshop Kenya Kenyan Nairobi
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Experience the rich history of East Africa with our stunning Framed Print of "Church House and Bookshop, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa." Captured in the 1950s, this evocative image from Mary Evans Prints Online takes you back in time, showcasing the charm of Nairobi's iconic Church House and Bookshop. This exquisitely detailed print, expertly framed, is a must-have for any space seeking a touch of international history and culture. Bring a piece of the world into your home or office, and let the story of this remarkable building transport you to another time and place.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.3cm x 39.6cm (10" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the Church House and Bookshop in Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa, circa 1950. The image transports us back in time to the 1950s, an era of modernity and progress in this vibrant African city. The Church House, a large, imposing structure, dominates the left side of the frame. Its grand architecture, with its high, arched windows and intricate stonework, reflects the colonial influence that once shaped Nairobi. Atop the building, a cross stands proudly, a symbol of faith and spirituality. On the right side of the photograph, a row of cars line up along the road, their sleek shapes and gleaming surfaces a testament to the growing motorization of the city. The Bookshop, with its simple, functional design, sits nestled between the cars, its large, open windows inviting passersby to browse its shelves. The scene is one of contrasts - the old and the new, the sacred and the secular, the spiritual and the material. The Church House and Bookshop represent the diverse and complex nature of Nairobi, a city that has long been a melting pot of cultures and ideas. As we gaze at this photograph, we are reminded of the rich history and enduring spirit of Nairobi and Kenya, and the many stories that lie within its streets and buildings. The Church House and Bookshop, with their unique blend of history, culture, and modernity, stand as testament to the city's past and its continued evolution into the present day.
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