Poster Print : Rua Conselheiro Enes - Beira - Mozambique
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Rua Conselheiro Enes - Beira - Mozambique
Rua Conselheiro Enes - Beira - Mozambique. As a writer, politician and later as High Commissioner in Mozambique, Antonio Enes (1848-1901) was an energetic defender of Portugals colonial possessions in Africa in the face of twin threats from an expansionist and aggressive British Empire and native uprisings. Beira was originally developed by the Portuguese Mozambique Company in the 19th century, and directly developed by the Portuguese colonial government from 1947 until Mozambique gained its independence from Portugal in 1975. Date: circa 1920s
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Beira Carts Colonists Mozambique Portuguese Rickshaws Territory Tracks
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Rua Conselheiro Enes - Beira print from Media Storehouse's exclusive collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the vibrant streets of Beira, Mozambique. With a rich history, Rua Conselheiro Enes holds significance as the location where Antonio Enes, a writer, politician, and later High Commissioner in Mozambique, once resided. Bring the allure of Mozambique into your home or office with this beautifully printed poster, perfect for adding a touch of international flair to any space. Immerse yourself in the story of this fascinating historical figure and the enchanting city of Beira.
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 37.8cm (23.4" x 14.9")
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
Rua Conselheiro Enes, Beira, Mozambique: A Snapshot of Colonial Life in the 1920s This evocative photograph captures the essence of Beira, Mozambique, during the colonial era. The bustling street scene on Rua Conselheiro Enes, named after the prominent Portuguese politician and High Commissioner in Mozambique, Antonio Enes (1848-1901), showcases the diverse mix of people and transportation modes that characterized life in this port city. Antonio Enes was a writer, politician, and later, High Commissioner in Mozambique. He was a passionate defender of Portugal's colonial possessions in Africa, facing challenges from an expansionist and aggressive British Empire and native uprisings. Beira, originally developed by the Portuguese Mozambique Company in the late 19th century, was directly governed by the Portuguese colonial administration from 1947 until Mozambique gained its independence in 1975. In this photograph, we see a vibrant street filled with carts pulled by oxen and rickshaws, the preferred mode of transportation for the European colonists. The tracks in the foreground hint at the presence of a train line, an essential infrastructure development for the Portuguese colonial administration to transport goods and people throughout their African territories. The African residents of Beira are dressed in colorful attire, some carrying goods on their heads or in baskets, while others are engaged in conversation or going about their daily tasks. The presence of European colonists, evident by their clothing and the rickshaws they ride, underscores the complex and multifaceted nature of colonial life in Mozambique during the early 20th century. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the rich history and cultural diversity of Beira and Mozambique during the colonial era.
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