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Poster depicting the port of Rangoon
Poster for the Empire Marketing Board, depicting the port of Rangoon, Burma
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Burma Colonialism Conditions Export Marketing Myanmar Rangoon
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience the rich history and culture of Burma through the captivating image of the "Port of Rangoon" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning photograph, originally produced for the Empire Marketing Board, transports you to the bustling activity of the port city in its prime. Add this evocative poster to your decor and let it tell the story of a bygone era. Our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints offers you the opportunity to bring unique and intriguing images into your home or office, making each day a journey of discovery.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 23.4cm (14" x 9.2")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative poster, created by the Empire Marketing Board in the 1930s, transports us back in time to the bustling port of Rangoon, Burma (now Myanmar). The image captures the vibrant energy of the harbor, with an array of ships and boats anchored or coming and going, exchanging goods between the East and the West. The colonial architecture of the buildings along the waterfront adds to the sense of history and tradition, while the workers in the foreground toil away, loading and unloading cargo with determination and grit. The port of Rangoon was a key hub for trade during the colonial era, connecting Burma to the global economy and facilitating the import and export of goods such as rice, teak, oil, and textiles. The poster's bold colors and dynamic composition effectively convey the sense of movement and activity that characterized the port, making it an intriguing and captivating glimpse into the past. Despite the colonial context of the image, it also speaks to the universal themes of work and industry, showcasing the human effort and ingenuity required to keep the global trade system running smoothly. The poster's historical significance and visual appeal make it a valuable addition to any collection focused on Asian history, colonialism, or the history of marketing and advertising.
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