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Poster Print : Simons Town, Cape Colony, 1901. Creator: Wilson

Simons Town, Cape Colony, 1901. Creator: Wilson



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Simons Town, Cape Colony, 1901. Creator: Wilson

Simons Town, Cape Colony, 1901.Simons Town on the shores of False Bay, on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula named after Simon van der Stel, an early governor of the Cape Colony was a naval base and harbour for the British Royal Navy. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. VI", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1901]

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1899 1902 2nd Boer War Bamp W Boer Wars Cape Colony Creswicke Jack Louis Louis Creswicke Occupied Territory Peninsula Royal Navy Second Boer War Second Transvaal War South Africa South Africa And The Transvaal War South African Tc And Ec Tc And Ec Jack Territorial Territory Transvaal Wilson British Empire False Bay Naval Warfare Simons Town Simonstown Western Cape


A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse poster print of Simons Town, Cape Colony, 1901. Captured by the skilled lens of Wilson from Heritage Images, this vintage photograph transports you to the shores of False Bay on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula. Named after Simon van der Stel, the quaint coastal town of Simons Town is a treasure trove of history and charm. Bring this piece of South African heritage into your home or office and let the captivating story of Simons Town unfold before your eyes.

A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")

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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to Simons Town, Cape Colony in 1901. The image, captured by Wilson, showcases the picturesque coastal town nestled on the shores of False Bay. Simons Town holds historical significance as a naval base and harbor for the British Royal Navy during this time. The photograph offers a glimpse into the transportation and infrastructure of early 20th century South Africa. Boats dot the bay, highlighting the importance of water transport in connecting this remote region with other parts of the country and beyond. The buildings along the coast stand as testaments to British occupation and influence in this territorial landscape. Louis Creswicke's book "South Africa and the Transvaal War" provides further context for understanding this moment in history. As we admire this print, we can't help but be transported to an era when Britain's presence was felt across its vast empire. Simons Town itself is named after Simon van der Stel, an early governor of Cape Colony who played a significant role in shaping its development. This charming town continues to thrive today as part of Western Cape province, showcasing both its natural beauty and rich historical heritage. As we delve into this print from Heritage Images, let us appreciate how it captures not only a specific place at a particular time but also evokes broader themes such as colonialism, warfare, transportation advancements, and geographical features that shaped South Africa's past.

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