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Poster Print : Harper Road, Kumasi, Ghana, Gold Coast, West Africa
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Harper Road, Kumasi, Ghana, Gold Coast, West Africa
Harper Road, Kumasi, Ghana, Gold Coast, West Africa. Date: circa 1930
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Media ID 14405224
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Ghana Ghanaian Harper Kumasi Mining Pedestrians Slope Sloping
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the rich history and vibrant culture of West Africa into your home or office with our stunning Harper Road, Kumasi, Ghana, Poster Print. This beautifully preserved image, taken circa 1930, transports you to the bustling streets of Kumasi, the second-largest city in Ghana and the heart of the Ashanti Empire. The gold coast landscape, adorned with colorful buildings and lively market scenes, is a testament to the region's rich history. This rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online is a must-have for those who appreciate the beauty and complexity of the world around us. Order now and add a touch of global charm to your space.
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 38cm (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.
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1. Title: "Harper Road, Kumasi, Ghana, Gold Coast, West Africa - A Snapshot of Daily Life in the 1930s" This evocative photograph captures Harper Road in Kumasi, the second-largest city in Ghana, during the 1930s. Located in the Gold Coast region of West Africa, Kumasi was a significant center for gold mining and trade, which is reflected in the image. The sloping Harper Road is lined with buildings that showcase the unique blend of architectural styles prevalent during this era. European influence is evident in the brick structures with their pitched roofs, while traditional African elements, such as thatch roofs and wooden balconies, can also be seen. The cars parked along the side of the road indicate the presence of a bustling commercial hub. However, the focus of the photograph is on the people and their daily activities. Pedestrians, dressed in traditional African attire, walk along the road, while others engage in conversation or tend to their market stalls. The vibrant colors and textures of the clothing, the richness of the vegetation, and the warm sunlight create a sense of energy and vitality. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Ghana during the 1930s, a time of transition and transformation in the region. Harper Road, with its mix of European and African influences, serves as a reminder of the complex history of this fascinating country. The photograph invites us to reflect on the past and appreciate the resilience and diversity of the people of Ghana.
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