Butchery & Preservation

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Butchery & Preservation

Butchery and meat preservation in progress

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1658 Butchery Meat Pole Preservation Progress Slaughter

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Step back in time to the year 1658 as we witness the intricate process of butchery and meat preservation in this photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library. The image transports us to an era when butchery was a labor-intensive and essential task for survival. In the foreground, a skilled butcher wields an axe with precision, expertly dissecting a freshly slaughtered animal. Dressed in heavy clothing to protect against the cold and the splatter of blood, the butcher's focus is unwavering as he carefully separates the various cuts of meat. The axe, a common tool in butchery during this time, is raised high, ready to strike with a powerful blow. Behind the butcher, a pole with meat hanging from it stands as evidence of the preservation process already underway. Meat preservation was crucial in the pre-refrigeration era, and various methods such as salting, smoking, and drying were used to ensure that the meat could last through the winter months. The meat on the pole is likely being cured with salt, which draws out moisture and kills bacteria, making it safe to eat for an extended period. The scene is not without its moments of respite, however. A man in the background, perhaps a helper or a bystander, takes a break from the grueling work to enjoy a drink. The steam rises from a pot on the fire, adding to the warm, inviting atmosphere of the butchery. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the historical process of butchery and meat preservation, a crucial aspect of our culinary and agricultural past. The tools, the techniques, and the very act of transforming an animal into sustenance for the community, all come together in this image.

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