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South Africa - Union Buildings, Pretoria
Union Buildings, Pretoria, near Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa. Date: 1927
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Media ID 14195275
© The Wentworth Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Centurion Gauteng Pretoria 1927
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "South Africa - Union Buildings, Pretoria." This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back to 1927 with a glimpse of the iconic Union Buildings in Pretoria, South Africa. The Union Buildings, located near Centurion in Gauteng, have been a symbol of South African history and government since their construction. This rights-managed print, perfectly framed, is an excellent choice for those seeking to add a touch of African culture and history to their home or office decor. Impress your guests with this beautiful piece that showcases the rich heritage of South Africa. Order yours now and bring a piece of history into your space.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). 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 24.4cm x 20.1cm (9.6" x 7.9")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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
This historic photograph captures the grandeur of the Union Buildings in Pretoria, South Africa, as it looked in 1927. Located near Centurion in the Gauteng province, the Union Buildings have served as the administrative hub of the South African government since their completion in 1913. Designed by the architects Sir Herbert Baker and Gustavus Compton, the building's neoclassical style reflects the country's rich history and its aspirations for a unified future. The Union Buildings were constructed to house the offices of the South African Administration, including the offices of the Governor-General and the Prime Minister. The central feature of the complex is the Great Hall, which was used for official functions and state occasions. The building also houses the National Monument, a memorial to the South African soldiers who died in the Anglo-Boer War. This photograph was taken in 1927, just over a decade after the Union Buildings were completed. At the time, South Africa was under the rule of General Jan Smuts, who had played a key role in the country's transition from the Boer Republics to the Union of South Africa in 1910. The Union Buildings symbolized the unity of the diverse peoples of South Africa, and their grandeur reflected the country's growing importance on the world stage. Today, the Union Buildings remain an iconic symbol of South African history and a testament to the country's complex past. They continue to serve as the seat of the South African government and are a popular tourist destination for visitors to Pretoria.
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