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Javanese Slum Houses
Riverside slum dwellings in the old town, Batavia, Java, Indonesia. Date: 1930s
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Media ID 7217743
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Batavia Dwellings Indonesia Java Javanese River Side Slum
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the vibrant and authentic spirit of Java's rich cultural heritage into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. Featuring this evocative image of riverside slum dwellings in the old town of Batavia, Indonesia, captured in the 1930s from Mary Evans Prints Online, our high-quality Canvas Prints are not just art pieces, but storytellers. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials and printing techniques to ensure a stunning and long-lasting result. Immerse yourself in the captivating history and beauty of Java with this unique and rights managed piece."
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 Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 riverside slum dwellings in the old town of Batavia, Java, Indonesia, during the 1930s. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the living conditions of the Javanese community during this era. The houses, built precariously on stilts along the riverbank, appear modest in size but are cramped and crowded, with families sharing limited space. The river, which once served as a source of life and livelihood for the residents, now seems to act as a boundary between their world and the modern, bustling city beyond. The water reflects the daily life of the community, with people going about their chores, children playing, and boats coming and going. Despite the challenging circumstances, there is a sense of resilience and community in this photograph. The people in the image appear to be engaged in their daily routines, showing a determination to make the best of their situation. The scene is a poignant reminder of the complexities and contradictions of urban life in Java during this period. The photograph also highlights the stark contrast between the old and the new, with the traditional Javanese way of life juxtaposed against the encroaching modernity. The image invites us to reflect on the human spirit and the enduring capacity to adapt and thrive, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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