Fine Art Print : Extracting Guano / Peru
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Extracting Guano / Peru
Peruvians on the Chincha islands, work to extract guano deposits
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1865 Deposits Extract Extracting Guano Peru Peruvians Quarry Chincha
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history and culture of Peru with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, titled "Extracting Guano / Peru," showcases the hardworking Peruvians on the Chincha islands as they toil to extract valuable guano deposits. Each print in our Media Storehouse range is meticulously reproduced in high-quality detail, allowing you to bring the beauty and history of this scene into your home or office. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of world history to your space with this stunning Fine Art Print.
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 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
1. Title: "Peruvians on the Chincha Islands: Extracting Guano, 1865". This evocative image captures a moment in the history of the Chincha Islands off the coast of Peru, where Peruvian laborers are shown toiling in the harsh conditions of a guano quarry in 1865. Guano, a rich source of nitrates and phosphates, was highly valued as a natural fertilizer during the 19th century, leading to a significant industry in its extraction. The Chincha Islands, located in the Pacific Ocean, were home to vast deposits of this valuable resource. The laborers in this photograph are seen working in a quarry, carefully chiseling out the precious deposits using simple tools such as picks and shovels. The quarry walls are lined with large baskets, which would be filled with the extracted guano and transported to waiting ships for transportation to Europe and North America. Despite the lucrative potential of the guano industry, the working conditions were often brutal. The laborers, many of whom were enslaved or indentured, were exposed to extreme weather conditions, dangerous working environments, and long hours. The isolation of the islands, combined with the harsh living conditions, made life difficult for those who worked there. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of the Peruvian guano industry, which played a significant role in the economic development of the country during the late 19th century. It also serves as a reminder of the human cost of extractive industries, and the often-brutal working conditions endured by laborers in the pursuit of valuable resources. The image is a testament to the resilience and determination of the Peruvian people, who worked tirelessly in the harsh conditions of the Chincha Islands to extract guano, contributing to the global agricultural revolution of the 19th century.
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