Fine Art Print : Australian Sheep
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Australian Sheep
Australia - Shearing sheep for the wool industry
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Australian Pernot Shearing Sheep Wool
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich beauty of the Australian landscape through the lens of Mary Evans Picture Library's Fine Art Prints. This captivating image showcases the quintessential Australian scene of shearing sheep in the wool industry. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring to life the raw texture and natural grace of these iconic animals. Each print is meticulously crafted using the highest quality materials and printing techniques, ensuring a stunning addition to any home or office space. Transport yourself to the heart of the Australian outback with this timeless and evocative piece.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.3cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 photograph captures the essence of the Australian wool industry in the early 1900s, as a skilled shearer goes about his work at a rural sheep station. The Australian sheep industry has a rich history, with wool being one of the country's most significant exports since the late 1800s. This image, taken circa 1900, showcases the dedication and expertise required to shear the thick, woolly coats of these animals, which would then be processed and shipped to textile mills around the world. The shearing process was a labor-intensive task, typically carried out during the warmer months when the sheep's wool was at its longest and most abundant. Shearers, like the one in this photograph, would work long hours to ensure that each sheep was shorn efficiently and humanely. The sheep in this image appear calm and well-handled, a testament to the shearer's skill and experience. The scene is set against the backdrop of the Australian outback, with the vast, open landscape stretching out behind the shearing shed. The rustic, wooden structure and the simple tools used by the shearer underscore the rugged, self-sufficient nature of rural life in this part of the world. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the history of the Australian wool industry and the lives of the people who worked in it. This image is a valuable historical record, offering insights into a bygone era and the important role that the wool industry played in shaping the economic and social fabric of Australia. The photograph is part of the Mary Evans Picture Library, a renowned archive of historical images, and is a testament to the enduring appeal of the past and the stories it holds.
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