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Canvas Print : Postcard of Surfer Riding a Wave. ca. 1908-1910, SURF RIDING, HAWAII. The most popular of Hawaiian pastimes is surf swimming or heenalu. In this sport the swimmers use a light board made of koa or wiliwili. With these they swim out to sea, diving under the rollers which they meet, until they reach the outer line of breakers: then, lying flat on their boards, they balance themselves upon the forward slope of the highest breaker, and ride with the speed of a race horse toward the shore. Surf board swimming can be seen at Waikiki near Honolulu
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Postcard of Surfer Riding a Wave. ca. 1908-1910, SURF RIDING, HAWAII. The most popular of Hawaiian pastimes is surf swimming or heenalu. In this sport the swimmers use a light board made of koa or wiliwili. With these they swim out to sea, diving under the rollers which they meet, until they reach the outer line of breakers: then, lying flat on their boards, they balance themselves upon the forward slope of the highest breaker, and ride with the speed of a race horse toward the shore. Surf board swimming can be seen at Waikiki near Honolulu
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Transport yourself to the shores of Hawaii with our captivating Canvas Print of a surfer riding a wave, circa 1908-1910. Witness the thrill of traditional surf riding, or heenalu, as depicted in this vintage postcard image. Experience the raw power and beauty of the ocean as the skilled surfer rides the crest of a wave, bringing the excitement of this iconic Hawaiian pastime into your home. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this timeless image, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.2cm x 48cm (30" x 18.9")
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 print takes us back in time to the early 20th century, capturing a thrilling moment of surf riding in Hawaii. The postcard showcases a surfer gracefully gliding on a wave, embodying the essence of heenalu - the most popular Hawaiian pastime. During this era, surf swimming was an exhilarating sport that required skill and agility. Swimmers would venture into the sea with their light boards made of koa or wiliwili wood. They would dive under powerful rollers until they reached the outer line of breakers. Once there, lying flat on their boards, they would balance themselves on the forward slope of the highest breaker. In this particular image, we witness a surfer harnessing nature's power as they ride with incredible speed towards shore. The sheer joy and excitement are palpable through their body language and facial expression. Waikiki near Honolulu served as an ideal location for witnessing these awe-inspiring displays of surf board swimming. It became a hub for enthusiasts who sought adventure and connection with nature's forces. As we admire this vintage postcard print from Universal Images Group (UIG), let us appreciate how it captures not only an extraordinary moment but also reflects upon Hawaii's rich cultural heritage intertwined with its deep love affair with surfing - forever etching it into history as one of humanity's most cherished sports.
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