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Shop in the port of Mwanza on Lake Victoria (chromolitho)
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Shop in the port of Mwanza on Lake Victoria (chromolitho)
2782850 Shop in the port of Mwanza on Lake Victoria (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shop in the port of Mwanza on Lake Victoria. Liebig card, published in late 19th or early 20th century. From a series on East Africa.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23455590
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East Africa Lake Victoria Railway Line Tanganyika Tanzania
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This chromolitho print, titled "Shop in the port of Mwanza on Lake Victoria" takes us back to the bustling trade scene of late 19th or early 20th century East Africa. The European School artist beautifully captures the vibrant atmosphere of this Tanzanian port town, situated on the shores of Lake Victoria. The image showcases a lively shop nestled amidst a backdrop of ships and railway lines, symbolizing the interconnectedness between transportation and commerce during that era. This educational Liebig card from Look and Learn offers a glimpse into African trade practices at a time when international exchange was rapidly expanding. Mwanza's strategic location made it an important hub for both local and international traders. As we gaze upon this artwork, we can almost hear the chatter of merchants haggling over goods brought in by ship from distant lands. The diversity of products displayed in the shop window hints at an array of cultural influences converging here – textiles, spices, pottery, and more. Lake Victoria itself looms majestically behind the scene, reminding us not only of its immense size but also its significance as a vital waterway for regional commerce. This print serves as a visual testament to how human ingenuity has always found ways to harness natural resources for economic growth. As we admire this historical gem preserved within Bridgeman Images' Private Collection, let us appreciate how art can transport us through time and space while shedding light on forgotten chapters in our shared history.
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