Fine Art Print : Cachar and Sylhet tea factory, Barak Valley, Assam, India
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Cachar and Sylhet tea factory, Barak Valley, Assam, India
Cachar and Sylhet tea factory, Barak Valley, Assam, India. Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 14409501
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the rich history of tea production with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Cachar and Sylhet Tea Factory in Barak Valley, Assam, India. Captured circa 1910, this stunning photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time to the heart of India's tea industry. The intricate details of the factory buildings and the lush tea gardens against the backdrop of the rolling hills will make a captivating addition to any space. This high-quality Fine Art Print is part of our Media Storehouse collection and is available for rights-managed licensing, ensuring you have the exclusive use for your project while respecting the intellectual property rights of the original creator.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 33.8cm (21" x 13.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 Cachar and Sylhet tea factories in the Barak Valley of Assam, India, during the early 1910s. The British Raj had established a strong foothold in Assam by the late 19th century, and tea cultivation became a significant industry under colonial rule. The image showcases the impressive architecture of the factories, which were designed to process and manufacture tea on a large scale. The red-brick buildings with their tall chimneys and intricate details exude an air of industrial prowess and sophistication. The vast expanses of green tea gardens in the background add to the scenic beauty of the landscape. The workers, mostly from local communities, can be seen in the foreground, engaged in the labor-intensive process of tea plucking. The women, dressed in traditional Assamese attire, are carrying baskets filled with fresh tea leaves, while men load them onto carts. The scene underscores the collaborative nature of tea production, with the indigenous labor force playing a crucial role in the colonial enterprise. Despite the grandeur of the factories, the working conditions were often harsh, with long hours, low wages, and minimal safety measures. The tea industry, however, brought significant economic benefits to the region and transformed Assam into a major tea-producing hub. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of tea production in Assam during the colonial era, showcasing the intricate interplay between the natural beauty of the landscape, the industrious labor force, and the technological advancements of the time.
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