Raul De La Espriella Collection

Carlos Dieppa Building, Ford, Mercury, Lincoln Service, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Eternit Asbestos-Cement Roofing Material Factory, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Pielroja cigarette Factory, Colombian Tobacco Co. Inc. Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Barranquilla (Colombia), c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Central Section of Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

San Roque Church, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Carnival. The Carnival Season in Barranquilla is famous along the Caribbean coast, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

The Modern Department Store Casa Vargas Ltda. Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Nico Building, Owners: P. & M. Matera, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Coconut Avenue, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Internal Revenue Administration Building of the Department of Atlantico, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Foto Volasco Building, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Alfredo Steckerl Building, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Public Market, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Industria Nacional de Grasas Vegetales S. A. Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Colombian Navy River Base, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Milk Producers Cooperative, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

La Americana Vegetable Oils and Fats Factory, c1940s
La Americana Vegetable Oils and Fats Factory. Owner: Generoso Mancini, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Salgar Bathing Beach, 18 kilometers from Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

One more attraction for tourists, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Salgar-Puerto Colombia Highway, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Salgar Castle. 20 minutes from Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Pradomar Hotel. Beach Club and Land Development, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Beach at Pradomar. 20 minutes from Barranquilla, c1940s
Beach at Pradomar. 20 minutes from Barranquilla. From Barranquilla, c1940s. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Beach at Sabanilla Resort Development, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Olympic Swimming Pool, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

La Insuperable Wheat Silos and Mills-Generoso Mancini y Cia. S. A. Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

La Magdalena Bull Ring, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Municipal Swimming Pool, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Municipal Stadium, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Church of San Jose, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Municipal Aqueduct, Barranquilla, c1940s
Municipal Aqueduct, Barranquilla. From Barranquilla, c1940s. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Fagrave Vegetable Fats and Oils Factory, Barranquilla c1940s
Fagrave Vegetable Fats and Oils Factory, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

A modern building, Baranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Colombia Avenue, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Modern residence in El Prado, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Monument to the Flag, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Street in a residential district, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Residence in Altos del Prado, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Federal Building in the Civic Center, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

The modern COFARMA Building, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Hotel Victoria: Calle 35 No. 43-140, Barranquilla, Colombia, c1940s
Hotel Victoria: Calle 35 No.43-140, Barranquilla, Colombia, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Olaya Herrera Avenue, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Public Library, Barranquilla, c1940s
Public Library, Barranquilla. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Ropuyana Building. Owner Roberto Puyana, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Hotel Del Prado, Barranquilla, Colombia, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Swimming Pool, Hotel Del Prado, Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

Avianca Airport (Aerovias Nacionales de Colombia) Barranquilla, c1940s. From Barranquilla. [Raul de la Espriella B. Barranquilla]

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Raul de la Espriella: A Glimpse into Barranquilla's Past Step back in time to the vibrant city of Barranquilla in the 1940s, where Raul de la Espriella made his mark. Born and raised in this bustling Colombian town, Espriella was a man of many talents and accomplishments. As you stroll through the streets of Barranquilla, you can't miss the iconic Carlos Dieppa Building standing tall against the sky. It was here that Espriella began his career, working diligently for Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln Service. His dedication to excellence earned him respect among colleagues and customers alike. But it wasn't just automobiles that fascinated Espriella; he also had a keen interest in construction. The Eternit Asbestos-Cement Roofing Material Factory held his attention as he marveled at its innovative techniques and materials. Espriella's entrepreneurial spirit led him to collaborate with the Colombian Tobacco Co. , Inc. , at their Pielroja cigarette factory. He played an integral role in ensuring quality production while embracing Colombia's rich tobacco heritage. Barranquilla itself was a thriving hub during this era - a melting pot of cultures and traditions. The Central Section showcased its architectural beauty while San Roque Church stood as a symbol of faith amidst rapid modernization. One couldn't talk about Barranquilla without mentioning its world-renowned Carnival season along the Caribbean coast. Espriella reveled in these festivities year after year, immersing himself in the colorful parades and lively music that filled every corner of the city. Amidst all this excitement, there were also moments for leisurely pursuits like shopping at Casa Vargas Ltda. , one of Barranquilla's most modern department stores. Here, Espriella would browse through aisles filled with fashionable items from around the world. The Nico Building, owned by P. & M.