Feature Points
- HISTORIC PHOTO REPRODUCTION: You’ll love this high quality historic reproduction of 1903 Typical Puerto Rican Hut Print Photo. Our museum quality prints are archival grade, which means it will look great and last without fading for over 100 years. Our print to order photos are made in the USA and each print is inspected for quality. This historic photo is a perfect addition to your themed decor. Vintage photos look great in the home, study or office. They make a perfect gift as well.
- MUSEUM QUALITY: This high quality photo print will be a great addition to your vintage-themed wall. Don't waste money on cheap-looking, thin paper photos. We use high-end printing equipment with professional quality photo paper and ink. Our professional’s choice semi-gloss paper displays images beautifully.
- A LOOK BACK AT HISTORY: This is an impressive, historic reproduction of 1903 Puerto Rico Vintage Poster Photo. A true piece of history. See our product description section for more fascinating information about this historic photo and its significance.
- READY TO FRAME: This unframed print includes a 0.2 inch border for a perfect frame fit and look. Our photos are designed to fit easy-to-find standard frame sizes, saving you money from having to pay for a custom frame. Each photo is inspected for quality and shipped in a rigid envelope/tube. The Historic Prints logo watermark will not appear in the printed photo.
- HISTORIX: We love history and art. Sometimes old photos have tears, separations and other blemishes. We digitally restore and enhance photos while keeping its historical character. All our photos are proudly made in the USA. Looking for a specific photo size? Please contact us. Customers all over the world love our vintage photos and we know you will too.
Additional Information
This depiction of a typical Puerto Rican hut shows the conditions of the Taina in the early twentieth century as Puerto Rico became an American Territory following the conclusion of the Spanish-American War in 1898. After centuries of colonial rule by Spain, Puerto Rico became a central hub for trade between the Americas, the Caribbean, and Europe throughout the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries and an important military center after the Spanish-American War. The early twentieth century also marked a period of significant growth and transformation on the island as technological advances made leaps and bounds following the industrial revolution.
The photograph was produced by the Detroit Publishing Company in 1903 and features a distinctive aesthetic enhanced by the minimal black and white tones. The Conclusion of the Spanish-American War in 1898 marked another period of transformation for the island, and emerging economies in tourism would become essential for Puerto Rico in the twentieth century. The unique aesthetic immediately transports the viewer back in time, creating an indelible bond between the past and present. The Taina peoples were first encountered by Columbus in 1492 and were found throughout the Caribbean. These traditional dwellings made use of local resources, but they were quickly being replaced by the early twentieth century with contemporary architecture inspired by European and American styles.
This is an authentic piece of historical photography that illustrates the evolution and transformation of the island from the late nineteenth century into the twenty and twenty-first century with a signature style.
