Fine Art Print : Poster depicting a paddy field in Burma
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Poster depicting a paddy field in Burma
Poster for the Empire Marketing Board, depicting a paddy field in Burma
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Burma Burmah Colonialism Conditions Harvest Marketing Myanmar Oxen Paddy
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of Burma with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an evocative image of a paddy field from the Empire Marketing Board collection at Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite poster, rights managed for your use, transports you to the lush, verdant landscapes of Southeast Asia. Ideal for adding a touch of worldly charm to your home or office, this fine art print is a timeless treasure that tells a story of rich culture and history. Bring the wonders of Burma into your space and elevate your décor with this stunning, high-quality print.
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 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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 poster, produced by the Empire Marketing Board in the 1930s, transports us back in time to a paddy field in colonial Burma (now Myanmar). The image captures the essence of the region's rich agricultural heritage, with lush green paddy fields stretching as far as the eye can see. In the foreground, two oxen, harnessed to a wooden cart, plod steadily through the muddy terrain, their powerful forms a testament to the hard labor required to cultivate the rice crops that sustained the local population and fueled the British Empire's trade networks. The poster's design reflects the colonial era's aesthetic sensibilities, with its bold lines, vibrant colors, and intricate details. The text at the bottom reads "Burma: Rice, Tea and Tapioca," emphasizing the importance of these commodities in the Empire's global trade. The image of the oxen and cart also serves as a reminder of the labor-intensive conditions under which these crops were produced, with workers toiling long hours in the fields to meet the demands of the colonial market. Despite the historical context of this poster, its imagery remains strikingly relevant today. The paddy fields of Burma continue to be a source of livelihood for millions of farmers, who face ongoing challenges related to climate change, political instability, and economic development. This poster serves as a poignant reminder of the complex history of colonialism, trade, and agriculture in Asia, and the enduring importance of food production in shaping our global communities.
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