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Early Fishing America
Landing and curing fish at a North American port
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Media ID 4351609
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10"x10" (25x25cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the rich history of Early America to your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "Early Fishing America," depicts a bustling North American port where fishermen land and cure their catch. The intricate details of the scene come alive in the high-quality canvas texture, transporting you back in time. The vibrant colors and sharp resolution of this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online will make it a conversation starter in any room. Elevate your decor with this beautiful piece of history. Order your Canvas Print today."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Early Fishing America: A Scene of Landing and Curing Fish at a North American Port (circa 16th Century) This evocative image transports us back in time to the early days of American fishing history, specifically to the bustling scene of a North American port where fish were being landed and cured. The photograph, captured from a bygone era, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the New World's maritime communities during the 16th century. Fishermen, dressed in simple yet functional attire, can be seen working together to haul in their catch from the waters. The fish, likely cod or other species common to the North Atlantic, are carefully lifted from the nets and placed on the damp, wooden planks of the dock. The air is filled with the salty scent of the sea and the sounds of seagulls circling overhead, eager for their share of the fresh catch. In the background, we see the outlines of other ships anchored in the harbor, their sails furled and masts standing tall against the horizon. The scene is one of industry and productivity, as the fish are quickly and efficiently processed for preservation. The fish are spread out on the planks, covered with salt, and left to cure in the cool, damp air. This method of preservation, known as "salting," allowed the fish to be transported and traded over long distances, making it an essential part of the early American economy. This photograph is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the early American settlers, who relied on the abundant marine life of the North Atlantic to sustain them. It offers a unique perspective on the history of fishing in America, a vital industry that continues to shape the country's culture and economy to this day.
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