Framed Print : Women gut Herring - Lowestoft, Suffolk
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Women gut Herring - Lowestoft, Suffolk
Women gut Herring at Lowestoft, Suffolk Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 7170745
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Aprons Barrels Buckets Catch Fish Wife Fish Wives Gutting Herring Lowestoft Overalls Pickled Preparation Prepare Suffolk
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Women gut Herring - Lowestoft, Suffolk" print from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the 1910s. Witness the dedication and strength of the women as they expertly gut herring along the coast of Lowestoft, Suffolk. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve and enhance the vibrant colors and intricate details of this timeless photograph. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office to evoke a sense of history and tradition. Experience the past in a new light with Media Storehouse Framed Prints.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.8cm x 40.6cm (10.2" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in the rich maritime history of Lowestoft, Suffolk, as women go about the labor-intensive task of gutting herring. Dressed in protective overalls and aprons, they work in unison, each focused on her task. Buckets and barrels are scattered around them, ready to collect the gutted fish. The scene exudes a sense of industry and camaraderie, as the women deftly handle the slippery fish, their faces expressing determination and concentration. The herring fishing industry was a significant part of Lowestoft's economy during the 1910s, and the women played a crucial role in the process. The herring were caught in large nets and brought ashore, where they were quickly gutted to preserve their freshness. The gutted fish were then either sold fresh or pickled in barrels for later use. The women in this photograph are not just workers; they are fish wives, contributing to the family income and ensuring the community's food supply. Their roles were essential to the success of the fishing industry, and this photograph offers a glimpse into their daily lives and the importance of their work. The scene is a testament to the resilience and hard work of the women of Lowestoft, who played a vital role in the town's maritime heritage.
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