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Fort Jesus, Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa
Side view of Fort Jesus, a 16th century Portuguese fort in Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa.
1921
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Media ID 14394802
© The On Call in Africa Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Fort Fortification Jesus Kenya Mombasa Portuguese 1921
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Transport yourself to the vibrant shores of East Africa with this stunning photograph of Fort Jesus in Mombasa, Kenya. Part of The On Call in Africa Collection from Mary Evans Picture Library, this print captures the majestic side view of the 16th century Portuguese fortress, standing proud against the backdrop of the Indian Ocean. A captivating addition to any space, relive the rich history and culture of this iconic landmark through the lens of Mary Evans Prints Online.
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. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 18.4cm (12" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 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.
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Fort Jesus, a 16th century Portuguese fortification located in Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa, is depicted in this side view image from the On Call in Africa Collection at Mary Evans Picture Library. Dating back to 1593, Fort Jesus was built by Portuguese architect Diogo de Couto to protect the port of Mombasa and to assert Portuguese control over the region. The fort's distinctive star-shaped design, with its bulwarks, bastions, and casemates, was a common feature of Portuguese military architecture during this period. The fort's strategic location on a small peninsula jutting out into the Indian Ocean made it a crucial point of defense for the Portuguese, who sought to control the lucrative spice trade routes. Over the centuries, Fort Jesus has served variously as a military garrison, a prison, and a museum, and today it stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Mombasa and Kenya as a whole. This photograph, taken in the 1920s, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when European powers vied for control of the African continent. The image captures the fort's imposing presence, with its thick walls, battlements, and cannon emplacements, all framed against the backdrop of the azure Indian Ocean. The palm trees and other vegetation in the foreground add a touch of lush tropical beauty to the scene, underscoring the unique blend of European and African influences that characterizes Mombasa and East Africa as a whole.
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