Poster Print > Mary Evans Prints Online > New Images July 2020
Poster Print : CARRYING BANANAS / WINDIE
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
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
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 20150649
© Bubblepunk
1931 Banana Bananas Bunch Carries Enormous Fort Indies Markets Martinique Melons Tray Vibrant Indie
18x24 inch Poster Print
Transport yourself to the vibrant and colorful markets of Fort de France, Martinique with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Carrying Bananas / Windie" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating photograph, taken in 1931, showcases the daily life of the local people as they carry baskets filled with fresh produce, including an enormous bunch of bananas on a woman's head and a tray of melons balanced on a man's. Bring the exotic charm of the Caribbean into your home or office with these beautifully printed and framed poster prints, perfect for adding a touch of tropical charm to any space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images July 2020
> North America
> Martinique
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
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.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.