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Poster depicting people cutting bananas in Jamaica
Poster for the Empire Marketing Board, depicting people cutting bananas in Jamaica
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Bananas Caribbean Colonialism Conditions Cutting Harvest Harvesting Indies Jamaica Marketing
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "People Cutting Bananas in Jamaica" poster from our Media Storehouse collection. This vintage piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a captivating representation of the Empire Marketing Board's rich heritage. The image portrays a lively scene of Jamaican people skillfully cutting and sorting bananas against the backdrop of lush, tropical greenery. Transport yourself to the heart of Jamaica's plantations with this evocative and authentic poster, perfect for adding a touch of exotic charm to your walls. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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 76.8cm x 49.4cm (30.2" x 19.4")
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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.
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This evocative poster, produced by the Empire Marketing Board in the 1930s, transports us back in time to the lush, tropical landscapes of Jamaica during the height of the British colonial era. The image captures a moment in the daily life of the people of the Caribbean, as they go about the arduous task of harvesting and preparing bananas for export. The poster's vibrant colors and dynamic composition draw the viewer in, as the figures in the foreground deftly wield their machetes to cut the fruit from the trees. The verdant banana plants stretch out behind them, their leaves shimmering in the sunlight. The scene is one of hard work and productivity, as the people of Jamaica contributed to the thriving banana trade between the West Indies and the British Empire. However, the image also raises important questions about the historical conditions under which this labor took place. The colonial system that underpinned the banana trade brought both economic opportunities and exploitation to the Caribbean. The people in the poster are depicted as strong and capable, but the reality of their working conditions was often far from ideal. The harsh labor demands, low wages, and lack of workers' rights were common issues in the banana industry during this period. Despite these complexities, the poster remains a powerful visual representation of the rich history of banana production in Jamaica and the Caribbean. It serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of global economies and the people who shaped them, as well as the enduring appeal of the tropical fruit that continues to be a staple in our diets today.
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