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Canvas Print : Indian general store, Tabora, Tanzania, East Africa
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Indian general store, Tabora, Tanzania, East Africa
Indian general store, Tabora, German East Africa (now Tanzania). The woman on the left is operating a Singer sewing machine. Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 14227466
© Mary Evans/Pharcide
Colonialism Deckchair Good Jewellery Lamp Pans Pots Sale Selling Sewing Singer Store Tanzania
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring the captivating image "Indian General Store, Tabora, Tanzania, East Africa" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph, circa 1910, transports you back in time to German East Africa, where a bustling Indian general store comes to life. The image showcases a woman skillfully operating a Singer sewing machine amidst an array of merchandise, reflecting the rich cultural diversity and vibrant commercial activity of the era. Our high-quality canvas prints bring this intriguing moment in history right into your home or office, adding an exquisite touch of nostalgia and worldly charm. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and state-of-the-art printing techniques to ensure lasting brilliance and vivid colors. Experience the allure of the past with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 captures the bustling atmosphere of Tabora, a major trading hub in German East Africa (now Tanzania) during the early 1910s. The image showcases the Indian general store, a focal point of commerce and cultural exchange in this colonial town. The store's exterior is adorned with various wares on display, including colorful textiles, pots and pans, baskets, and intricately designed jewelry. The woman on the left of the frame operates a Singer sewing machine, perhaps mending clothes or creating new items for sale. Her deft movements convey the skill and craftsmanship that went into producing these goods. The store's interior, partially visible through the open doorway, reveals more merchandise neatly arranged on shelves and hanging from the walls. A lantern and deckchair are placed outside the store, suggesting that business hours may extend into the evening. The presence of these items, along with the woman's traditional African attire, highlights the blending of different cultures in this vibrant marketplace. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the rich history of trade and cultural exchange that took place between Africa and the Indian subcontinent during the colonial era. The Indian general store in Tabora served as a vital link in the global trade network, connecting people from diverse backgrounds and contributing to the unique character of this historic town.
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