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Mozambique - Maputo - Avenida Castilho
Mozambique - Maputo (Lourenco Marques) - Avenida Castilho - view toward Delagoa Bay Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11549165
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Avenida Lourenco Maputo Marques Mozambique
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 25.8cm (15.6" x 10.2")
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
1. Title: "A Glance into the Past: Maputo's Avenida Castilho overlooking Delagoa Bay, Mozambique (circa 1910s)" 2. Description: This photograph transports us back in time to the early 1900s, offering a glimpse into the rich history of Maputo, Mozambique's bustling capital city. The image, taken on Avenida Castilho, showcases the picturesque waterfront view toward Delagoa Bay. 3. Historical Context: During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Maputo, then known as Lourenço Marques, was a thriving Portuguese colonial city. Avenida Castilho, one of its most prominent avenues, was named after the Marquis of Castilho, a Portuguese diplomat and military commander. The avenue was a symbol of Portuguese influence and served as the city's main thoroughfare. 4. Architectural Landmarks: In the photograph, we can observe a mix of architectural styles that reflect the city's diverse history. European-style buildings, such as the imposing edifice on the left, stand alongside traditional African structures, showcasing the blending of cultures that characterized Maputo during this period. 5. Natural Beauty: The photograph also highlights the natural beauty of the area, with Delagoa Bay stretching out before us. The bay, which is home to a vibrant marine ecosystem, has long been an essential source of livelihood for the local population, contributing to the city's rich cultural heritage. 6. Conclusion: This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Maputo's past, offering a glimpse into a time when European colonialism shaped the city's landscape and architecture. Today, Maputo continues to be a melting pot of cultures, where the old and the new coexist, reflecting the city's unique history and diversity.
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