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Fine Art 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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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of Hawaiian surfing history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This vintage postcard, dated between 1908-1910, captures the essence of the popular Hawaiian pastime of surf riding or heenalu. Witness the moment of pure adrenaline as a skilled surfer rides a wave with the grace and power of a racehorse. Transport yourself to the shores of Waikiki near Honolulu and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of this iconic sport. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously reproduced to preserve the authenticity and beauty of this historic image.
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.
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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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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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