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Singapore - Raffles Place
Singapore - Raffles Place. Sir Stamford Raffles took possession of Singapore for the East India Company in 1819. Incoprorated into the Straits Settlements when that colony was established in 1826. Date: circa 1905
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Media ID 11551708
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Balcony Raffles Rickshaw Rickshaws Singapore
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the vibrant heart of Singapore's rich history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Raffles Place, available in the Media Storehouse collection from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you back in time to 1819, when Sir Stamford Raffles took possession of the island for the East India Company. Witness the bustling activity of this iconic district, as it was incorporated into the Straits Settlements. Bring the beauty and history of Singapore right into your home or office with this stunning, rights-managed 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 33.6cm (21" x 13.2")
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.
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Singapore's Raffles Place: A Snapshot of History (circa 1905) This photograph transports us back in time to Raffles Place in Singapore, a bustling hub of activity and history. The image, taken around 1905, showcases the area's rich past, with its colonial architecture and traditional rickshaws. Sir Stamford Raffles, a British statesman and colonial administrator, took possession of Singapore on February 8, 1819, on behalf of the British East India Company. The city was later incorporated into the Straits Settlements when the colony was established in 1826. Raffles Place, named after its founder, was the heart of Singapore's commercial district during the British colonial era. The photograph reveals a vibrant scene, with the imposing Raffles Hotel, a colonial-style building, standing proudly in the background. Its grandeur is a testament to the wealth and power that once flourished in this part of the city. Balconies adorned with ornate railings offer a glimpse into the private lives of the affluent residents who once lived there. The presence of rickshaws, a common mode of transportation during that era, adds to the authenticity of the scene. The rickshaw pullers, dressed in traditional attire, can be seen navigating the narrow streets with ease and dexterity. The contrast between the modern buildings and the traditional rickshaws highlights the blend of cultures and influences that have shaped Singapore's unique identity. This photograph is a poignant reminder of Singapore's rich history and its transformation from a British colonial outpost to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city it is today. The image invites us to explore the stories and memories that lie hidden within its frames and to appreciate the historical significance of Raffles Place in Singapore's past.
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