Fine Art Print : Burma / Rangoon 1931
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Burma / Rangoon 1931
Rangoon: view of a pagoda
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Media ID 608508
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, titled "Burma / Rangoon 1931: View of a Pagoda," transports you to a time long gone. The intricately designed pagoda, shrouded in mist and bathed in soft light, stands proud against a serene landscape. Each print in our Media Storehouse range is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Bring the beauty of this enchanting scene into your home or office and add a touch of timeless elegance to your space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.1cm x 40.6cm (18.9" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 evocative photograph captures the enchanting beauty and rich history of Rangoon, Burma's largest city, as it looked in 1931. The image showcases a breathtaking view of a pagoda, its intricate architecture and ornate details standing proud against the clear blue sky. The pagoda, with its tiers of roofs and golden spire, is a testament to the Buddhist faith that has deeply influenced Burmese culture for centuries. Rangoon, then known as Yangon, was the capital city of British Burma from 1826 to 2006. During this period, the city underwent significant changes as it was transformed into a major commercial and administrative hub. However, this photograph offers a glimpse into the city's past, before the influences of modernization and globalization took hold. The photograph was taken in 1931, a time when Burma was still a British colony. The British rule brought about significant changes to the country, including the introduction of Western education, infrastructure development, and the spread of Christianity. However, the Buddhist faith and its traditions continued to thrive, as seen in the construction and maintenance of pagodas like the one depicted in the photograph. The pagoda in the photograph is believed to be the Shwedagon Pagoda, one of the most famous and revered Buddhist temples in Myanmar. The pagoda is said to contain relics of the Buddha and is believed to be over 2,500 years old. It is a popular tourist destination and a place of pilgrimage for Buddhists from around the world. This photograph is a precious reminder of the past, offering a glimpse into the history and culture of Burma during a time when the influences of the modern world were just beginning to take hold. It is a beautiful and evocative image that transports us back in time, inviting us to explore the wonders of Burma's rich history and heritage.
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