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Canvas Print : Ruins of Red House, Port of Spain, Trinidad, West Indies
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Ruins of Red House, Port of Spain, Trinidad, West Indies
Ruins of the Red House, a government building in Port of Spain, Trinidad, West Indies. It was set on fire during the Water Riots in March 1903.
circa 1903
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Media ID 14313298
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Balustrade Burned Burnt Caribbean Gutted Indies Neoclassical Riot Riots Ruin Ruined Trinidad Unrest
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Add a touch of history and exotic charm to your home decor with our Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the evocative image "Ruins of Red House, Port of Spain, Trinidad, West Indies" by Mary Evans / Pharcide, this print transports you to the vibrant culture and rich history of the West Indies. This photograph captures the ruins of the iconic Red House government building in Port of Spain, Trinidad, which was tragically set on fire during the Water Riots in March 1903. Bring this captivating piece of history into your home and create a unique conversation starter with our high-quality Canvas Prints. Order yours today!"
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 ruins of the Red House, a once grand government building in Port of Spain, Trinidad, West Indies. The image, taken circa 1903, reveals the aftermath of the devastating Water Riots that occurred in March of that year. The Red House, a neoclassical structure with intricate balustrades and columns, had served as the seat of the Legislative Council and was a symbol of British colonial rule. During the unrest, a mob set fire to the building, reducing it to a gutted and ruined state. The Water Riots were a result of political tensions and economic hardships, with the population demanding greater representation and better living conditions. The event marked a turning point in Trinidad's political landscape, leading to reforms and the eventual move towards self-governance. The classical architecture of the Red House, with its grandeur and intricate details, stands in stark contrast to the destruction wrought by the fire. The balustrades, once ornate and elegant, now lie in ruin, a poignant reminder of the tumultuous history of this Caribbean island nation. The ruins of the Red House serve as a powerful symbol of the political unrest and the indomitable spirit of the people of Trinidad and Tobago.
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