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Main road to Malindi, Kenya, East Africa
Men with a car on the main road to Malindi, Kenya, East Africa.
circa 1922
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Media ID 14394812
© The On Call in Africa Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Kenya Main Stop Stopped 1922 Malindi
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Bring the vibrant colors and rich history of Kenya's coastline into your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an iconic image from The On Call in Africa Collection by Mary Evans Picture Library, this mug showcases a captivating scene of men and a car on the main road to Malindi, Kenya, circa 1922. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality, fade-resistant technology to ensure your cherished memories last. Perfect for sipping your favorite beverage and transporting yourself to far-off lands, this unique mug is a must-have for travel enthusiasts and collectors alike.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time on the main road to Malindi, Kenya, East Africa, in the early 1920s. The image presents a scene of two African men in traditional attire, standing beside an early model car that has come to a stop on the dusty, red-earth road. The men appear to be in deep conversation, their gazes fixed on each other, while the driver, likely a European settler or traveler, is seen in the background, leaning against the car with a map spread out before him. The 1920s, also known as the Roaring Twenties, was a period of significant change in Kenya, as European settlers continued to establish agricultural estates and infrastructure, and the region began to attract increasing numbers of tourists. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the local population during this time, as they interacted with the new technology and transportation systems brought about by European influence. The men's clothing, with their intricately patterned robes and headwraps, contrast sharply with the modern automobile, highlighting the cultural fusion that was taking place in Kenya during this era. The car, a symbol of progress and modernity, is a reminder of the complex interplay between tradition and innovation that characterized the colonial period in Africa. This photograph, from The On Call in Africa Collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, is a poignant reminder of the rich history and diverse cultural heritage of Kenya and East Africa during the 1920s.
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