Poster Print : Locals collecting water at a public spring, Matanzas, Cuba
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Locals collecting water at a public spring, Matanzas, Cuba
Locals collecting water at a public spring, Matanzas, Cuba Date: circa 1900
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Media ID 14243891
© Mary Evans/Library of Congress
Collecting Cuba Locals Matanzas Spring
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the rich cultural heritage of Matanzas, Cuba with our stunning poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts locals collecting water at a public spring, a tradition that has endured through the decades. Transport yourself to a simpler time with this evocative and intriguing piece of history. The high-quality print, featuring the iconic "Locals collecting water at a public spring, Matanzas, Cuba" photograph taken circa 1900, is a must-have for any space seeking to add a touch of international flair and authenticity. Bring the story of Matanzas into your home or office today with Media Storehouse.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the early 1900s, depicting locals in the Cuban city of Matanzas gathering water from a public spring. The image transports us back to an era before modern infrastructure and conveniences, where access to clean water was a daily challenge for many communities. Matanzas, located on the northern coast of Cuba, has a rich cultural heritage and a history deeply intertwined with the waters that surround it. The city's name translates to "slaughterhouse" in Spanish, a reference to its founding as a center for the sugar industry and the numerous slaughterhouses that processed livestock for the production of this valuable commodity. Despite the challenges of the past, the people of Matanzas have always found ways to come together and support each other. In this photograph, we see a group of women and children filling their containers with water from the public spring, likely the only source of clean water available to them at the time. Their expressions are focused and determined, a testament to their resilience and resourcefulness in the face of adversity. The United States played a significant role in the history of Matanzas and Cuba as a whole, with American businesses and interests dominating the sugar industry and other sectors of the economy for much of the 20th century. However, this photograph is not about commercial use or external influence. Instead, it is a poignant reminder of the daily struggles and communal spirit of the people of Matanzas, who continue to draw strength and sustenance from the waters that have shaped their city and their lives for generations.
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