Poster Print : Cameroon - Douala - Arrival of the fish catch for market
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Cameroon - Douala - Arrival of the fish catch for market
Cameroon - Douala - Arrival of the fish catch for market on the banks of the Wouri River. Now the richest city in Central Africa. France received a mandate in 1919 to administer Douala, with a treaty being signed with the local chiefs. Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 11580819
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Administration Arrival Cameroon Catch Disembarking Fishermen Quayside Riverbank Unloading Douala
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Cameroon - Douala - Arrival of the Fish Catch for Market" poster print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the vibrant and bustling Douala harbor in Cameroon. Witness the arrival of a fresh fish catch as local fishermen bring their day's haul to the banks of the Wouri River. Douala, the richest city in Central Africa, comes alive in this stunning, rights-managed print. Transport yourself to the heart of this bustling African metropolis and add a touch of exotic charm to your space with this beautifully captured moment.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 38.1cm (23.4" x 15")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the arrival of a fresh fish catch at the bustling quayside of Douala, Cameroon, in the 1920s. The Wouri River, now the lifeblood of this thriving metropolis and the richest city in Central Africa, is teeming with activity as local fishermen unload their catches onto the riverbank. The scene is a testament to the rich fishing traditions of the Douala people, who have lived in harmony with the river for centuries. The backdrop of this historic moment is the French colonial administration, which received a mandate from the League of Nations in 1919 to govern Douala. The treaty was signed with the local chiefs, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the city's history. The French influence is evident in the European-style buildings and the presence of French officials overseeing the unloading process. The arrival of the fish catch was a daily spectacle that attracted a large crowd of buyers and sellers, who eagerly awaited the freshest catches to stock their market stalls. The fish market was a vital part of Douala's economy, providing sustenance for the local population and generating income for the fishermen and market vendors. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the vibrant culture, rich history, and economic significance of Douala and its people. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and adaptability of African communities in the face of colonialism and the enduring importance of the natural resources that sustain them.
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