Photographic Print : Central american music: the marimba
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Central american music: the marimba
A barefoot native of Costa Rica plays the marimba, accompanied by guitar. Date: 1887
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Media ID 14140186
© Mary Evans Picture Library
1887 Barefoot Costa Guitar Guitarist Instrument Marimba Musician Regional Rica Musical Racial
12"x10" (30x25cm) Photo Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of Central America with our exquisite photographic print of "Central American Music: The Marimba" from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and dating back to 1887, showcases a talented native musician from Costa Rica as he plays the marimba, accompanied by the soothing strums of a guitar. Transport yourself to another time and place with this stunning, rights-managed print, perfect for enhancing your home or office decor and igniting conversations about the beauty and diversity of the world's musical traditions.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x10 for landscape images, 10x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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 image, hailing from the annals of history, transports us back to 1887 in Costa Rica, Central America. The photograph captures the raw, unfiltered essence of music and culture, as a native musician, barefoot and dressed in traditional attire, skillfully plays the marimba. With an intensity that speaks volumes, his focus is solely on the music, his connection to the instrument palpable. Accompanying him is a guitarist, his expression equally engrossed in the melodies they create together. The marimba, an iconic and beloved instrument of Central America, is a wooden xylophone with bars of various lengths, producing a rich, resonant sound. The musicians' racial types add to the diverse tapestry of Central American music, reflecting the region's rich cultural heritage. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing us with a historical record of the musical traditions that have shaped Central America's unique identity. The image is a testament to the power of music as a universal language, transcending borders and connecting people across time and space. The costumes, the instruments, and the musicians themselves all contribute to the authenticity and charm of this scene.
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