Fine Art Print : Docks and Warehouses - Matanzas, Cuba
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Docks and Warehouses - Matanzas, Cuba
Docks and Warehouses - Matanzas, Cuba. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11589835
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Barge Barges Cuba Cuban Docks Matanzas Quay Quayside Warehouses
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Matanzas, Cuba with this stunning fine art print from Media Storehouse. Featuring an iconic image of the bustling docks and warehouses from the 1910s, this print transports you back in time. Meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed image captures the essence of Cuba's industrial past, with intricate details that bring the scene to life. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office décor and let the story of Matanzas unfold before your eyes.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.9cm (21" x 13.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity of Matanzas, Cuba's third-largest city and once a major hub of the island's sugar trade, in the 1910s. The image showcases the docks and warehouses lining the Matanzas Bay, with a variety of boats and barges moored along the quay. The river, teeming with life and commerce, flows gently behind the structures, adding to the scene's sense of industry and energy. Matanzas, located on the northern coast of Cuba, was a vital center for the sugar industry, with its deep-water ports enabling the export of the sweet commodity to international markets. The city's strategic location, as well as its access to abundant natural resources, made it an essential link in the global trade network. The photograph reveals the architectural diversity of the warehouses, with their distinct facades and intricate details. Some structures appear to be made of brick, while others are constructed of wood, reflecting the various influences that shaped Matanzas' built environment. The image also highlights the human element of the scene, with figures moving about the docks and boats, adding a sense of scale and dynamism to the image. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of Matanzas and its role in Cuba's economic and cultural development. The docks and warehouses, now largely abandoned, continue to stand as a testament to the city's past and its enduring connection to the sea and the global trade network.
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