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Fine Art Print : Maison Sargos at a cacao and coffee plantation, Congo
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Maison Sargos at a cacao and coffee plantation, Congo
Maison Sargos at a cacao and coffee plantation in the Kouilou Department in south of the Republic of the Congo (then French Equatorial Africa) at the west coast of Africa. Date: circa 1910
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Afrique Bean Beans Cacao Cocoa Coffee Congo Congolese Department Equatorial Farms Fields Magna Maison Mansion Plantation Plantations
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself to the lush landscapes of the Congo with this exquisite fine art print from Media Storehouse. Featuring Maison Sargos at a cacao and coffee plantation, circa 1910, this evocative image captures the essence of the Kouilou Department in French Equatorial Africa. With rich detail and vibrant colors, this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online invites you to explore the history and culture of this fascinating region. Ideal for decorating your home or office, this fine art print is a beautiful addition to any collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 34.1cm (21" x 13.4")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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.
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Maison Sargos Amidst the Lush Cacao and Coffee Plantations of Kouilou Department, French Equatorial Africa, Circa 1910 This evocative photograph captures the serene beauty of Maison Sargos, a mansion nestled amidst the verdant cacao and coffee plantations of the Kouilou Department in French Equatorial Africa, circa 1910. The image, taken at the west coast of Africa, presents a tranquil scene of the French colonial era, with the grand house standing proudly against the backdrop of the lush, rolling hills dotted with cocoa and coffee fields. The Kouilou Department, located in the southern part of the Republic of the Congo, was renowned for its fertile soil and thriving agricultural production. The region was a significant contributor to the global demand for cacao and coffee, with numerous European companies, including Maison Sargos, establishing large plantations to meet the growing market. The photograph reveals the Magna Kouilou plantation, where Maison Sargos had its operations. The mansion, with its elegant design and red-tiled roof, exudes an air of sophistication and opulence, contrasting starkly with the simple, rustic houses of the Congolese laborers who worked the fields. The fields themselves are a patchwork of green, with cocoa beans carefully arranged in neat rows, waiting to be harvested and processed. The image offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when European powers sought to exploit the natural resources of Africa for their own gain. Despite the colonial context, the photograph also highlights the rich beauty and bounty of the African land, with its fertile soil and abundant crops. Today, the legacy of these plantations continues to shape the agricultural landscape of the Kouilou Department, as farmers continue to cultivate cacao and coffee, ensuring the continuity of a proud and enduring tradition.
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