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Railway bridge over River Catumbela, Angola, West Africa
Railway bridge over the River Catumbela, Angola, Portuguese West Africa. The railway line connected the Atlantic port of Lobito and the Katanga Railway in the east. Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 14399000
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Angola Colonialism Iron Ironwork Portuguese
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the historic charm of Angola's Railway bridge over the River Catumbela into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of a bygone era with the railway line connecting Lobito and Katanga Railway in the backdrop. The metal print's vibrant colors and high-quality finish bring out the intricate details of this iconic bridge, transporting you to the 1920s in Angola. Add this unique piece to your decor and make a statement with a touch of history.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "A Colonial Legacy: The Railway Bridge Over the River Catumbela, Angola, Circa 1920s" 2.. This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the majestic Railway Bridge over the River Catumbela in Angola, a testament to the colonial past of this West African nation. Dating back to the 1920s, this iron bridge was a crucial component of the railway line that connected the Atlantic port of Lobito with the Katanga Railway in the eastern part of the Belgian Congo (now Democratic Republic of the Congo). The Portuguese colonial administration oversaw the construction of this railway system, which played a significant role in the transportation of raw materials, primarily rubber and copper, from the African interior to the ports for export. The image reveals the bridge's intricate ironwork, its arches spanning the wide, meandering River Catumbela. The water's gentle flow is dotted with the reflections of tall trees and the verdant grasses that line the riverbanks. The bridge's sturdy pillars, standing tall amidst the lush greenery, underscore the engineering prowess of the colonial era. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the complex history of colonialism in Africa, a time marked by both exploitation and progress. The railway bridge over the River Catumbela symbolizes the indelible impact of European colonial powers on the African continent, shaping its infrastructure and leaving a lasting legacy. This image, with its rich historical context, offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to reflect on the complexities of the colonial era and the enduring influence it continues to have on the world today.
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