Description: This is an original photograph from the scrapbook of Apprentice Seaman Orval Orchard Bartlow who served aboard the storied USS Texas from 1928 to 1932. The scrapbook of his adventures was filled with over 100 images of his time aboard and port visits. These are all rare, first generation images. Many are likely one of a kind. Type & Size: A 5.5x3.5 original photograph.Condition: Good vintage condition. Please see photos. A man is seen riding a donkey through the streets of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, in this photograph from 1930. He is dressed in white clothing and wears a wide-brimmed hat. The scene captures the everyday life and local transportation of the time. The background features wooden structures typical of the region, indicating a bustling streetscape. The photo is labeled "Going to Town" at the bottom, which suggests a casual yet significant moment in the context of living in Haiti.The year 1930 is notable for Haiti, marking a period of American occupation that began in 1915 and lasted until 1934. During this occupation, significant changes took place in the country’s infrastructure and economic conditions. The use of donkeys as common transportation highlights the reliance on traditional methods even amidst these changes, as many locals continued to utilize animals for their daily activities. This image serves as a reflection of both the cultural practices of the time and the historical context of Haiti.Present in this photo: none
Price: 26 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-02-07T14:08:13.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Photograph
Subject: donkey, transportation, daily life, historical
Theme: culture, conflicts & wars, history, maritime
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1930
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 5.5x3.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
