Canvas Print : The Harbour, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Africa - Dug-out canoes
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The Harbour, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Africa - Dug-out canoes
The Harbour, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa - Dug-out canoes. Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 14409414
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Canoe Canoes Dug Out Fishermen Freetown Leone Sierra
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the vibrant culture of West Africa into your home with our stunning Canvas Print of "The Harbour, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Africa - Dug-out canoes" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, captured in the 1920s, showcases the traditional dug-out canoes docked at the bustling harbor. The rich, textured canvas brings out the intricate details of the wood carvings on the canoes and the clear, azure waters of the harbor. A beautiful addition to any room, this canvas print is a testament to the unique beauty of Sierra Leone's history and heritage. Experience the magic of this timeless photograph every day with Media Storehouse's premium Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 photograph, taken in the 1920s, showcases the picturesque Harbour of Freetown, Sierra Leone, in West Africa. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the rich history and culture of this vibrant coastal community. The harbor, with its calm and tranquil waters, serves as a bustling hub for the local fishermen, who have long relied on the sea for their livelihoods. In the foreground, a group of skilled fishermen can be seen preparing to set sail in their traditional dug-out canoes. These canoes, handcrafted from a single tree trunk, have been a staple of Sierra Leonean fishing communities for generations. The canoes, with their distinct curved shapes and intricately carved designs, are not only functional vessels but also represent the deep connection between the people of Freetown and the sea. The fishermen expertly navigate these canoes, skillfully maneuvering through the waters to catch their daily catch, which is later sold at the local markets or used to feed their families. The Harbour of Freetown, with its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, is a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the African people. This photograph offers a rare and authentic glimpse into a way of life that has remained largely unchanged for centuries. It is a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the unique traditions and customs that make up the diverse tapestry of human history.
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