Framed Print : Couple riding trolley, Beira, Mozambique, East Africa
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Couple riding trolley, Beira, Mozambique, East Africa
Couple riding a trolley in the city of Beira, Mozambique, Portuguese East Africa. Date: circa 1920
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Media ID 14383160
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Beira Colonialism Mozambique Passengers Portuguese Push Pushing Rails Track Tracks Trolley
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the enchanting history of East Africa into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a romantic moment in time as a couple rides a trolley through the bustling streets of Beira, Mozambique, circa 1920. Transported from the pages of history, this beautifully preserved image is now ready to be cherished as a unique work of art in your space. The high-quality print is expertly framed with a sophisticated design that complements the image and enhances its timeless appeal. Add this captivating piece to your collection and let the story of Beira unfold before your eyes.
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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.6cm (15.6" x 10.1")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, a couple, one white and one black, are seen riding a trolley through the bustling streets of Beira, Mozambique, in the early 1920s. The city, then a major port in Portuguese East Africa, is depicted as a vibrant and diverse hub of activity. The trolley, pulled by men pushing from behind, moves along a narrow track, passing by other passengers and onlookers. The man in the foreground, dressed in European attire, holds on to the handlebars of the trolley, while his companion, dressed in traditional African clothing, sits comfortably beside him. Their easy camaraderie and the casual interaction between the two races reflect a level of integration that was not uncommon in the colonial society of the time. However, the image also underscores the stark reality of colonialism, with the power dynamics evident in the way the trolley is being pushed from behind by men in African attire. The photograph offers a glimpse into the complex and multifaceted social fabric of Beira during the 1920s, a time when European colonial rule was at its height in Africa. The image is a poignant reminder of the interplay of culture, power, and daily life in this fascinating period of history.
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