West Indians Collection

Muelle San Francisco, Havana, Cuba Postcard. 1904, Muelle San Francisco, Havana, Cuba Postcard

Cutting Cane on a Cuban Sugar Plantation Postcard. 1904, Cutting Cane on a Cuban Sugar Plantation Postcard

Vegetable Men, Havana, Cuba Postcard. 1904, Vegetable Men, Havana, Cuba Postcard

Fruit Stands on the Prado, Havana, Cuba Postcard. 1904, Fruit Stands on the Prado, Havana, Cuba Postcard

Calle Emperador and Cathedral, Havana, Cuba Postcard. 1904, Calle Emperador and Cathedral, Havana, Cuba Postcard

Street Corner Merchant, Havana, Cuba Postcard. 1904, Street Corner Merchant, Havana, Cuba Postcard

Fruit Venders Cart, Havana, Cuba Postcard. 1904, Fruit Venders Cart, Havana, Cuba Postcard

Bread Man, Havana, Cuba Postcard. 1904, Bread Man, Havana, Cuba Postcard

Visit Cuba Postcard by Conrado Massaguer. ca. 1941, Visit Cuba Postcard by Conrado Massaguer

Postcard of Children in an Orphanage. ca. 1916, Little children lie on mats in a long hallway in an orphanage in Havana

Postcard of Tacon Market in Cuba. ca. 1916, HABANA: MERCADO TACON (PLAZA VAPOR), TACON MARKET

Columbus returns to Spain, February 1493 C016 / 4495
Columbus returns to Spain. 19th-century artwork of the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus (1451-1506, centre) at the court of Barcelona in February 1493 following his return from the New World

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Captivating glimpses of West Indians in the vibrant streets of Havana, Cuba. Step back in time to 1904 with these postcards that depict the rich tapestry of life on Muelle San Francisco. Witness the arduous labor of cutting cane on a Cuban sugar plantation, where resilience and determination fuel their spirits. The Vegetable Men proudly display their bountiful harvest, showcasing the flavorsome diversity of this Caribbean paradise. As you stroll along the Prado, be enticed by the colorful fruit stands that adorn every corner – a feast for both your eyes and taste buds. Calle Emperador and Cathedral stand as timeless landmarks, embodying Havana's architectural grandeur and cultural heritage. Observe a Street Corner Merchant skillfully enticing passersby with his wares, while Fruit Venders Cart brings convenience to those seeking refreshment amidst bustling streets. The Bread Man carries sustenance through Havana's alleys, ensuring no one goes hungry. Fast forward to ca. 1941 and Conrado Massaguer invites us to 'Visit Cuba' through his captivating postcard artistry – an invitation impossible to resist. Yet not all is joyous; ca. 1916 reveals poignant scenes from an orphanage in Havana where little children find solace lying on mats in long hallways. Finally, we glimpse Tacon Market (Plaza Vapor), bustling with activity since its inception in ca. 1916 – a hub for trade and commerce that has witnessed centuries unfold before its very walls. From Columbus returning to Spain in February 1493 C016 / 4495 till present-day allurements, these snapshots encapsulate moments frozen in time - celebrating West Indian culture within this enchanting island nation.