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Maputo, Mozambique - The Hotel Girassol
A preliminary design drawing for The Hotel Girassol at Maputo, known as Lourenco Marques before independence, the capital and largest city of Mozambique. The Hotel was built and is still open to visitors (see Trip Advisor!). Date: circa 1960s
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Media ID 11581635
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Camper Circular Lourenco Maputo Marques Modernism Mozambique Volkswagen
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 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 23x19 inches (584x482mm). 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 39.6cm x 24.7cm (15.6" x 9.7")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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
This image showcases the preliminary design drawing of The Hotel Girassol, a modern architectural marvel located in Maputo, Mozambique, during the 1960s. At the time, Maputo was known as Lourenco Marques, the capital and largest city of Mozambique. The Hotel Girassol, with its distinctive circular design, stands as a testament to the modernist architecture that graced the East African coast. The Hotel Girassol's sleek, circular structure is a striking contrast against the lush greenery and clear blue skies of Maputo. Its clean lines and minimalist aesthetic reflect the modernist design trends of the time. The hotel's circular shape not only adds to its unique charm but also provides a panoramic view of the city and the Indian Ocean. In the foreground of the drawing, a Volkswagen camper van is parked, adding a touch of nostalgia to the scene. The VW camper van was a popular mode of transportation during this era, and its inclusion in the drawing emphasizes the historical significance of the image. The Hotel Girassol, with its modernist design and picturesque location, continues to be a popular destination for travelers, as evidenced by its positive reviews on Trip Advisor. This drawing offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the rich history and architectural heritage of Maputo and Mozambique during the mid-20th century. The Hotel Girassol remains an iconic symbol of this era, and its circular design continues to inspire and captivate visitors to this day.
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