Photographic Print : Landing Pier, Steamer Point, Aden
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Landing Pier, Steamer Point, Aden
Landing Pier, Steamer Point, British colony of Aden (now in Yemen), viewed from the sea. Date: circa 1908
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Media ID 14410480
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Aden Arab Arabia Colonialism Colony Hills Landing Pier Point Rocks Shore Steamer Yemen
12"x8" Photo Print
Transport yourself back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Landing Pier, Steamer Point, Aden" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Captured around 1908, this vintage image portrays the bustling British colonial port of Aden as seen from the sea. The intricate details of the steamers and the landing pier are sure to captivate your senses, making this print an ideal addition to any room in your home or office. Bring history to life with this stunning piece of photographic art.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 19.6cm (12" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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 striking photograph captures the Landing Pier at Steamer Point in the British colony of Aden, now modern-day Yemen, as it appeared around 1908. The pier, jutting out into the Arabian Sea, serves as a vital connection between the bustling colonial settlement and the vast body of water. The pier's simple yet sturdy design, with its wooden planks and supporting pillars, stands in stark contrast to the rugged cliffs and rocks that form the natural backdrop. The hillside in the background, dotted with buildings and houses, reveals the extent of British colonial influence in the region. The whitewashed structures, with their red-tiled roofs and tall chimneys, indicate a thriving community. The presence of boats and ships in the foreground further emphasizes the importance of maritime trade and transportation in this Eastern Arabian port city. The Landing Pier at Steamer Point was a vital infrastructure for the British colonial administration, enabling the efficient movement of people and goods between the colony and the outside world. It served as a gateway to the Middle East, connecting Aden to the global trading network during the height of the British Empire. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a visual record of a bygone era when colonialism shaped the political and economic landscape of the Middle East. The image invites us to reflect on the complex history of Aden and its role in the broader context of British imperial expansion in the 1900s.
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