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Poster Print : New Rest House, Negombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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New Rest House, Negombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Front view of New Rest House, Negombo, Western Province, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1940
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Media ID 14410411
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Ceylon Colonialism Colonialist Colonialists Convalescence Convalescent Lanka Palm Relaxing Rest Resting Retreat
20x30 inch Poster Print
Transport yourself back in time with our exquisite selection of vintage poster prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases the elegant New Rest House in Negombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), as it looked around 1940. The captivating front view of this historic building, available as a rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online, adds a touch of timeless charm to any space. Ideal for travel enthusiasts, historians, or those who appreciate the beauty of the past, this poster print is a must-have for adding character to your home or office décor.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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New Rest House, Negombo, Western Province, Ceylon (Now Sri Lanka), Circa 1940: A Tranquil Retreat Amidst Colonial Splendor This evocative photograph captures the front view of the New Rest House in Negombo, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), during the 1940s. The New Rest House, a charming colonial-era building, served as a convalescent home for British colonialists seeking respite from the tropical heat and the rigors of their administrative duties. The image reveals the building's elegant design, with its red-tiled roof, whitewashed walls, and tall, arched windows. The verandah, adorned with wrought-iron railings, offers a serene view of the lush, tropical landscape, dotted with palm trees swaying gently in the breeze. The tranquil setting, with its rural charm and country ambiance, would have provided the perfect backdrop for relaxation and rejuvenation. The New Rest House, a symbol of colonial leisure and comfort, stands as a testament to the British colonial presence in Ceylon during the 1940s. The era of colonialism, with its grand buildings, infrastructure development, and cultural influences, left an indelible mark on the island nation. This photograph, with its timeless beauty and historical significance, invites us to reflect on the past and the rich heritage it has bequeathed to us.
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