Poster Print : S Africa Fort Beaufort
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S Africa Fort Beaufort
Distant view of the town
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Media ID 4383935
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18x24 inch Poster Print
"Breathtakingly capture the historic charm of Fort Beaufort, South Africa with our Media Storehouse range of poster prints. Featuring an evocative distant view of the town, this image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a rights managed treasure. Bring the rich history and culture of Fort Beaufort into your home or office space with our high-quality poster prints. Perfect for decorating walls, adding character to any room, or starting conversations about the beauty of South Africa's past. Order now and let the story of Fort Beaufort come alive on your walls."
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
1. Title: "A Distant View of Fort Beaufort, South Africa: A Historical Landmark from the Past" Nestled in the picturesque valley of the Kat River in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, Fort Beaufort stands as a testament to the rich and complex history of this beautiful country. This evocative image, captured in 1869, offers a distant view of the town and its namesake fort, which was established in 1820 by the British to protect the growing colonial settlement from Xhosa raids. The fort, with its imposing walls and strategic position atop a hill, dominates the landscape, a reminder of the turbulent past that once defined this region. The town below, with its neatly arranged houses and lush greenery, presents a contrasting scene of tranquility and progress. Fort Beaufort holds immense historical significance, not only as a symbol of British colonialism but also as a site of resistance and resilience. It was here that the Xhosa people, led by their chieftain, Makana, launched a series of attacks on the British in 1819, which came to be known as the "Gcaleka War." The fort was also the site of the famous "Cattle Killing" episode in 1856, a spiritual movement that led to the deaths of thousands of Xhosa people. This photograph, with its captivating composition and intriguing historical context, invites us to reflect on the past and appreciate the complex tapestry of cultures and events that have shaped South Africa's history. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving historical sites like Fort Beaufort, not just for their historical value, but also for the stories they tell and the lessons they impart.
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