Canvas Print : Belize / Davenport
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Belize / Davenport
Port of Belize (Balize) in what was British Hondurus. Troops watch as locals move about on rafts possibly made from the main export logwood used in the dyeing industry
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Media ID 589240
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1837 Belize Colony Davenport Dyeing Export Indies Locals Main Move Possibly Raft Rafts Sentry Watch Logwood Made
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Belize / Davenport" Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite image transports you back in time to the vibrant Port of Belize, formerly known as British Honduras. Witness the bustling activity as local residents go about their daily lives on rafts, amidst the backdrop of the main export, logwood, used in the dyeing industry. The rich history and culture of this mesmerizing location come alive in this stunning, high-quality canvas print. Bring this beautiful piece of history into your home or office and let it tell a story with every glance. Order now and experience the allure of the past, brought to life in brilliant detail.
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.
A Scene at the Port of Belize, British Honduras, 1837 - Sentries Watch as Locals Transport Goods on Handcrafted Rafts Made from Logwood
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the Port of Belize, then known as British Honduras, in the year 1837. The image, taken from the western shores of the Port of Belize, depicts the bustling activity that characterized this important colonial outpost during the height of the logwood industry. In the foreground, a group of British soldiers stands watch, their eyes scanning the water for any signs of trouble. Their presence is a testament to the strategic significance of the Port of Belize as a vital trading hub in the region. The Union Jack flies proudly above them, a symbol of British rule and authority. Behind the soldiers, a scene of frenetic activity unfolds. Local workers, likely from the nearby settlements, paddle their handcrafted rafts towards the shore. These rafts, skillfully constructed from the abundant logwood that was the main export of the region, are laden with goods destined for the Port. The logwood, a valuable resource used in the dyeing industry, was a key commodity that fueled the economic growth of British Honduras. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of the Port of Belize, a time when the colony was at the forefront of the global logwood trade. The image invites us to imagine the sights, sounds, and smells of this bustling port, where the exchange of goods and ideas took place between the British and the local population. This photograph is an essential addition to any collection of historical images of the Caribbean and the British Empire, providing a unique window into the past and the complex interplay of commerce, culture, and power that shaped the region.
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