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Framed Print : CARRYING BANANAS / WINDIE
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CARRYING BANANAS / WINDIE
A fruit market at Fort de France, Martinique. One man carries a tray of melons on his head, while a woman carries an enormous bunch of bananas on hers. Date: 1931
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Media ID 20150649
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1931 Banana Bananas Bunch Carries Enormous Fort Indies Markets Martinique Melons Tray Vibrant Indie
12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring the vibrant colors and lively energy of a Caribbean market to your home with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Carrying Bananas / Windie" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This classic photograph, taken in 1931 at Fort de France, Martinique, showcases the daily life of the local people as they transport heavy loads of melons and bananas on their heads with grace and determination. The rich, warm tones of this timeless image are beautifully preserved in our high-quality frames, making it an ideal addition to any room in your home or office. Elevate your decor with a touch of exotic charm and transport yourself to a far-off land with every glance.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph, taken in 1931 at the bustling fruit market of Fort de France in Martinique, captures the essence of trade and daily life in the West Indies during that era. The image features two individuals, each expertly balancing their heavy loads with an air of ease and determination. The man in the foreground wears a white shirt and straw hat, his face shielded from the sun as he carries a tray of melons delicately balanced atop his head. The melons, their rinds a rich, golden hue, glisten in the sunlight. Behind him, a woman dressed in a colorful, flowing skirt and blouse, cradles an enormous bunch of bananas on her head. Her expression is focused, her back straight, as she navigates the crowded market with grace and confidence. The bananas, their vibrant yellow skins bunched together in a riot of texture and color, spill over the edges of her basket. The market at Fort de France was a hub of activity, where locals and traders exchanged goods from the lush, fertile lands of Martinique and the surrounding islands. The scene in this photograph is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people, who relied on the land and each other to sustain their communities. The market was a vibrant, bustling center of commerce and culture, where the sights, sounds, and smells of fresh fruit and vegetables filled the air. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a moment in time that continues to captivate and inspire.
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