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Poster Print : Railway Station, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Date: circa 1940s
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Railway Station, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Date: circa 1940s
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Media ID 23428626
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Railway Station print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage photograph, taken in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, circa 1940s, showcases the rich history of rail travel. The hustle and bustle of the station come alive in this black and white image, bringing a sense of adventure and nostalgia. Rights managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this poster print is an excellent addition to any home or office decor, evoking memories of a bygone era. Transport yourself to a time of steam engines and long-distance journeys with this stunning Railway Station print.
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 38.5cm (23.4" x 15.2")
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 photograph transports us back in time to the bustling Railway Station in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania during the 1940s. The image showcases the grandeur of the colonial-era architecture, with the imposing red-brick station building standing proudly at the center. The station, a symbol of progress and connectivity, was a vital hub for travel and transportation in East Africa during this era. The scene is filled with activity, as people scurry about, some boarding trains while others wait anxiously for their loved ones to arrive. The platform is dotted with suitcases and bags, each one holding stories of journeys both long and short. In the background, a train can be seen puffing smoke, ready to embark on its next destination. The Railway Station in Dar es Salaam was a lifeline for the community, connecting them to other parts of the country and the world beyond. It was a place of hope and opportunity, where dreams were embarked upon and memories were made. The photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, a time when travel was an adventure and the world seemed a little smaller. The image is a testament to the rich history of transportation in Tanzania and the important role the railway played in shaping the country's past. Today, the station may have changed, but the spirit of travel and connection remains, as the station continues to serve as a gateway to new experiences and adventures.
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