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The Market Square and Henwoods Arcade - Johannesburg, South Africa. Date: 1905
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The Market Square and Henwoods Arcade - Johannesburg, South Africa. Date: 1905
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Arcade Busy Buyers Crowds Draper Drapery Fabric Fabrics Gauteng Johannesburg Marketplace Merchant Merchants Sellers Selling Southern Stalls Stores Textile Textiles Trader Traders Trading Greenacre
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This photograph, taken in 1905, showcases the bustling Market Square and Henwoods Arcade in the heart of Johannesburg, South Africa. The Market Square, located in the vibrant business district of the city, was a hub of activity and trade during the early 1900s. The square was home to various merchants and traders, selling an array of textiles, fabrics, and other goods. The Henwoods Arcade, a covered marketplace located adjacent to the square, protected both buyers and sellers from the harsh African sun. The photograph reveals a sea of activity, with merchants carefully arranging their textiles on display, while buyers haggle over prices. The intricate patterns and colors of the fabrics add a splash of vibrancy to the otherwise monochromatic scene. The traders, dressed in their traditional attire, are engrossed in their work, oblivious to the crowd of onlookers. The crowds of people, a testament to the popularity of the marketplace, add to the energy and excitement of the scene. The Market Square and Henwoods Arcade were significant landmarks in Johannesburg's early history, contributing to the city's growth as a major commercial center in Southern Africa. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the rich cultural heritage and bustling trade that defined Johannesburg over a century ago.
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