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Drawing after a British map of 1888 showing Mombasa, Kenya
MAP: MOMBASA, 1888.
Drawing after a British map of 1888 showing Mombasa, Kenya
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Media ID 10408644
1888 Colony Indian Ocean Kenya Kenyan Mombasa Plan Town
31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 31x27 inches (787x685mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 56.3cm x 59.9cm (22.2" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a remarkable drawing that beautifully replicates a British map from the year 1888, unveiling the vibrant town of Mombasa in Kenya. The intricate details and precision of this drawing offer an intriguing glimpse into the late 19th-century colonial era. As we delve into this historical masterpiece, we are transported back in time to witness the evolution of this Kenyan coastal city. Mombasa, situated on the enchanting shores of the Indian Ocean, emerges as a bustling hub within its colonial context. The English influence is palpable throughout the town's layout and architecture, reflecting their presence as colonizers during that period. This meticulously crafted plan reveals not only streets and buildings but also provides insight into how urban life unfolded at that time. The fusion of cultures becomes evident when observing this drawing closely; it portrays Mombasa as a melting pot where African traditions intertwine with Indian influences brought by traders who frequented these shores for centuries. As we admire this piece from Granger Art on Demand, let us appreciate its significance beyond commercial use. It serves as a testament to our shared history and cultural exchange while shedding light on how Mombasa transformed over time under various influences. This artwork invites us to explore and reflect upon Kenya's rich heritage while marveling at its ever-evolving identity as seen through the lens of an English cartographer in 1888.
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