Poster Print : Van Riebeck & Hottentots
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Van Riebeck & Hottentots
Dutch governor Jan Van Riebeeck entertains the native Hottentots on the claversingel
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Media ID 605148
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10052146
1652 Entertains Governor Hottentots Riebeeck
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Van Riebeck & Hottentots poster print from the Media Storehouse range. This mesmerizing image, sourced from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases a pivotal moment in history. Dutch governor Jan Van Riebeeck, depicted in this vivid print, is seen engaging with the Hottentots on the claversingel. This evocative scene from the early days of European settlement in South Africa offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. The intricate details and rich colors of this historic photograph bring the story to life, making it an inspiring addition to any wall. Elevate your home or office decor with this captivating piece from 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 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
This historical print captures a significant moment in South African history, depicting Dutch governor Jan Van Riebeeck entertaining the native Hottentots on the Claversingel in 1652. The image provides a glimpse into the early interactions between European colonizers and indigenous peoples in South Africa.
Jan Van Riebeeck, a key figure in the establishment of Cape Town as a Dutch settlement, is seen engaging with the Hottentots, who were one of the indigenous groups living in the region at that time. This scene reflects both cultural exchange and power dynamics inherent to colonial encounters.
The presence of Van Riebeeck and the Hottentots on Claversingel serves as a reminder of the complex history of colonization and its impact on native populations. It also prompts reflection on issues such as exploitation, displacement, and cultural assimilation that have shaped relationships between settlers and indigenous communities throughout history.
Through this print from Mary Evans Picture Library, viewers are invited to contemplate the legacy of colonialism in South Africa and consider how past events continue to influence present-day social dynamics. It serves as a visual record of an important chapter in South African history that should not be forgotten or overlooked.
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