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Poster Print : Main Street, Umtali, Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe)
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Main Street, Umtali, Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe)
Main Street, Umtali (now Mutare), Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe). Date: circa 1906
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Baker Bakers Basic Main Rhodesia Southern Zimbabwe
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring a captivating image of Main Street, Umtali (now Mutare), Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe), circa 1906, this poster transport you to an era of history long past. This stunning, high-quality print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the charm of a bygone era with its quaint buildings and horse-drawn carriages. Ideal for decorating your home or office, this poster print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and those who appreciate the beauty of the past. Order yours today and add a touch of nostalgia 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 37.4cm (23.4" x 14.7")
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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Main Street, Umtali (now Mutare), Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe), circa 1906: A Glimpse into the Early 20th Century This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene of Main Street in Umtali, Southern Rhodesia (now Mutare, Zimbabwe), around the turn of the 20th century. The image transports us back in time, offering a fascinating glimpse into the early days of this historic African town. The photograph showcases a well-traveled road lined with a variety of shops and buildings, each displaying its unique character. At the heart of the scene, the imposing structure of George Baker's bakery stands out, with its tall chimney stack billowing smoke, signaling the freshly baked goods within. The bakery, one of the earliest establishments in Umtali, would have been a popular gathering place for the townsfolk, providing essential provisions and a sense of community. The buildings along Main Street exhibit a mix of architectural styles, reflecting the diverse influences that shaped this Southern African town. European and African design elements can be seen in the construction, showcasing the rich cultural fusion that characterized the region during this period. The photograph also reveals the basic infrastructure of the town, with horse-drawn carts and wagons traversing the main road, and people going about their daily business. The scene is a testament to the resilience and entrepreneurial spirit of the early settlers and the local population, who built Umtali into a thriving hub of commerce and culture in the heart of Africa. This image offers a unique perspective on the history of Mutare and Zimbabwe, inviting us to explore the stories and experiences of the people who shaped this remarkable town during its formative years.
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