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Poster depicting a cocoa estate in Trinidad
Poster for the Empire Marketing Board, depicting a cocoa estate in Trinidad
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Baskets Caribbean Cocoa Colonialism Conditions Estate Idealised Indies Marketing Romanticised Trinidad
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Poster depicting a cocoa estate in Trinidad" from Media Storehouse's extensive collection of poster prints. Originally produced for the Empire Marketing Board, this vintage poster transports you to the lush landscapes of Trinidad with its breathtaking image of a thriving cocoa estate. The rich, earthy tones and intricate details bring the tropical beauty of the cocoa plants and the vibrant, sun-soaked atmosphere to life. Ideal for decorating your home or office, this poster is a timeless piece of art that celebrates the history and culture of the cocoa industry. Add this stunning poster to your collection and let the evocative images transport you to another time and place.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 61.5cm x 39.9cm (24.2" x 15.7")
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative poster, produced by the Empire Marketing Board in the 1930s, transports us back in time to a romanticized vision of a cocoa estate in the Caribbean, specifically in Trinidad. The image is rich in historical and colonial undertones, with the sun setting over the lush, verdant landscape, casting long shadows over the rows of cocoa trees. The idealized scene is populated by figures of laborers, depicted in traditional attire, carrying baskets of ripe cocoa pods on their heads, as they make their way towards the estate's central building. The poster, with its warm, earthy tones and intricate details, was part of a larger marketing campaign aimed at promoting trade between the British colonies and the United Kingdom. The Empire Marketing Board, established in 1926, was tasked with creating a sense of unity and shared identity among the various territories of the British Empire. This poster, and others like it, were designed to showcase the beauty and productivity of the colonies, while also emphasizing the importance of the labor force in maintaining the success of the agricultural industry. Despite the idyllic and picturesque portrayal, it is important to remember that the conditions of labor on cocoa estates in the Caribbean during this period were often harsh and demanding. Long hours, low wages, and difficult working conditions were common, with laborers facing the added challenges of extreme weather and the threat of diseases such as malaria and yellow fever. This poster, with its intriguing blend of history, colonialism, and romance, invites us to reflect on the complex and multifaceted relationship between the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, and the global cocoa trade. It serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural exchange that has shaped the world we live in today.
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