Poster Print : Typical village scene, Tanganyika, German East Africa
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Typical village scene, Tanganyika, German East Africa
Typical village scene, Tanganyika Territory, German East Africa (now in Tanzania). Date: circa 1910
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14382654
© Mary Evans/Pharcide
Adults Carpenter Carpentry Colonialism Huts Roof Roofs Straw Tanzania Typical Wheelbarrow
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the rich history of German East Africa with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "Typical village scene, Tanganyika," transports you back in time to the early 1900s. Featuring a quintessential village scene from the Tanganyika Territory, now modern-day Tanzania, this vintage photograph is an authentic representation of life during the German colonial era. Each print is meticulously sourced from trusted archives, such as Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and historical accuracy. Add this unique and intriguing piece to your home or office decor and start a conversation about the fascinating history of Tanganyika.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph depicts a typical village scene in Tanganyika Territory, German East Africa, circa 1910. The image showcases the unique blend of African and European influences that marked the colonial era in this region, now known as Tanzania. In the foreground, a group of African men are hard at work, constructing a new building using local materials such as straw and wood. One man wields a large axe, expertly splitting logs for the frame, while another pours water from a gourd to keep the dust down. In the background, several huts with thatched straw roofs dot the landscape, their simple yet charming design a testament to the ingenuity of the local people. A wheelbarrow and cart are also visible, indicating the importance of transportation in the rural countryside. Children play nearby, their curious eyes following the progress of the construction. The presence of European tools and building techniques suggest the influence of German colonial rule, yet the African people remain at the heart of this vibrant and dynamic community.
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