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Fine Art Print : Colombo, Sri Lanka - Lighthouse
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Colombo, Sri Lanka - Lighthouse
Chatham Street, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka), with a clock tower and lighthouse Date: 1920s
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Media ID 18073001
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Ceylon Chatham Clock Colombo Lanka Lankan Lighthouse
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the timeless charm of Colombo, Sri Lanka into your home with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Chatham Street, featuring a clock tower and iconic lighthouse. This captivating image, hailing from the 1920s, transports you back in time to the bustling streets of Ceylon's vibrant port city. Add a touch of history and international flair to your decor with this stunning, high-quality print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online.
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 36.7cm x 50.8cm (14.4" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the scenic Chatham Street in Colombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), during the 1920s. The image showcases the picturesque blend of colonial architecture and tropical beauty that characterized this vibrant city during that era. At the heart of the scene stands the iconic clock tower, its grand clock face keeping perfect time for the bustling city around it. The tower, a remnant of the British colonial rule, adds an air of elegance and order to the bustling street. But the true star of this photograph is the lighthouse, standing proudly at the end of Chatham Street. Its distinctive white silhouette against the sky, the lighthouse served as a beacon for sailors navigating the busy waters of the Indian Ocean. The intricate latticework of its design adds a sense of intrigue and mystery, inviting the viewer to imagine the stories of the sailors and traders who passed by this landmark. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the daily life of Colombo during the 1920s. People can be seen going about their business, from the vendors selling their wares on the street to the horse-drawn carts and rickshaws making their way through the crowds. The lush greenery and palm trees that line the streets add a sense of tranquility, contrasting with the hustle and bustle of the city. This photograph is a beautiful snapshot of a bygone era, transporting us back in time to a moment when Colombo was a thriving hub of trade and culture in the Indian Ocean.
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