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Poster Print : Sixth Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa
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Sixth Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa
Sixth Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya, British East Africa. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14398503
© Mary Evans/Pharcide
Avenue Colonialism Kenya Kenyan Nairobi Pedestrians Pole Poles Rickshaw Sixth Telegraph
20x30 inch Poster Print
Transport yourself back in time with our stunning poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts Sixth Avenue in Nairobi, Kenya during the 1910s, a period of British East Africa's rich history. The black-and-white photograph showcases the bustling streets of Nairobi, filled with horse-drawn carts, people, and colonial architecture. Ideal for adding a touch of nostalgia and worldly charm to any room, this high-quality poster print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and globetrotters alike. Order yours today and embark on a journey through time.
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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Sixth Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya, circa 1910s: A Glimpse into the Past of British East Africa This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene of Sixth Avenue in Nairobi, Kenya during the 1910s, a time when the city was under British colonial rule. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, revealing the unique blend of African and European influences that characterized this period. In the foreground, a rickshaw pulls away from the curb, its driver wearing a turban and a determined expression. Behind it, a crowd of pedestrians, dressed in a mix of traditional African garb and European-style clothing, make their way along the dusty road. The buildings lining the street are a testament to the colonial era, with their red-tiled roofs and whitewashed walls. At the far end of the avenue, a row of telegraph poles stands tall, their wires connecting Nairobi to the wider world. The telegraph system was a vital means of communication during the colonial period, allowing for the efficient administration of the vast British East Africa Protectorate. The presence of the telegraph poles, the European-style buildings, and the rickshaw all serve as reminders of the complex and often contentious relationship between the British colonizers and the indigenous population. The image invites us to reflect on the history of Nairobi and Kenya during this period, a time of great change and transformation. This photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on a fascinating chapter in African history. It invites us to explore the rich cultural heritage of Nairobi and Kenya, and to consider the complex legacy of colonialism in East Africa.
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