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Metal 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
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the vibrant colors and lively energy of a tropical fruit market to your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic image of 'Carrying Bananas / Windie' from Mary Evans Prints Online. This classic photograph, taken in Fort de France, Martinique in 1931, captures the essence of the market scene with a man gracefully balancing a tray of melons on his head and a woman proudly carrying an enormous bunch of bananas. Our high-quality metal prints are not only eye-catching works of art but also durable and long-lasting, adding a unique and timeless touch to any room in your home.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" 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.
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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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