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LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867. Unloading Tea-Ships in the East India Docks. Wood engraving, English, 1867
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LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867. Unloading Tea-Ships in the East India Docks. Wood engraving, English, 1867
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1867 British Raj Cart Container Dock East East India Company Import India Ship Shipping Thames River Unloading East Indiaman
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This print titled "LONDON: UNLOADING TEA, 1867" takes us back in time to witness a bustling scene at the East India Docks. The wood engraving, created by an English artist in 1867, beautifully captures the essence of this significant moment in history. In the heart of London's docklands, we see workers diligently unloading tea-ships from the renowned East India Company. Each worker plays a crucial role in carefully transferring crates filled with precious cargo onto waiting carts. The sheer magnitude of activity is awe-inspiring as men navigate through stacks of wooden containers amidst a backdrop of towering ships on the Thames River. The image transports us to an era when Britain was at its zenith as a global trading power. It symbolizes not only the importation of tea but also represents the vast network connecting British Raj with its colonies in Asia. This snapshot encapsulates both labor and commerce intertwined within one frame. As we observe this historic scene, it becomes apparent that this image holds immense cultural significance beyond just commercial use. It offers insight into daily life during colonial times, highlighting how trade shaped relationships between nations and influenced economies worldwide. The Granger Collection has masterfully preserved this remarkable piece of art for future generations to appreciate and reflect upon our shared human history.
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