Metal Print : Guyana Demerara
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Guyana Demerara
Scene on the Demerara river. Date: circa 1850
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Media ID 14113025
© Mary Evans Picture Library
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the timeless beauty of Guyana's history with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring this captivating image of the Demerara River, circa 1850. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed photograph transports you back in time, showcasing the scenic charm of Guyana's past. Our high-quality metal prints are not only visually stunning but also durable and long-lasting, making them the perfect addition to any home or office space. Bring the history and culture of Guyana into your living environment with this exquisite piece of art.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a serene moment on the Demerara River in Guyana, circa 1850. The lush greenery of the banks is mirrored perfectly in the calm waters, as a small wooden boat glides gently along. The peaceful scene belies the rich and complex history of this area, which was once a major center of the sugar industry. At the time this photograph was taken, Demerara was a British colony, and sugar plantations lined the riverbanks. Enslaved Africans were brought to Guyana in large numbers to work on these plantations, and their labor contributed significantly to the economic prosperity of the British Empire. The Demerara River was a vital transportation route, connecting the plantations to the coast and facilitating the export of sugar and other commodities. Despite the prosperity brought by the sugar industry, life for the enslaved population was harsh and brutal. They were subjected to long hours of hard labor under the hot sun, with little rest or respite. Rebellions against their oppressors were common, and the most notable occurred in 1823, when enslaved people in Demerara and neighboring Essequibo rose up against their masters. The rebellion was brutally suppressed, but it highlighted the deep-seated tensions and injustices of the sugar plantation system. Today, the Demerara River remains an important part of Guyana's cultural and historical heritage. It is a reminder of the country's complex past, and a testament to the resilience and strength of the people who have called this land home for generations. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, and invites us to reflect on the stories and experiences of those who lived and worked along its banks over a century and a half ago.
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