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Fine Art Print : Haul of Octopuses / France
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Haul of Octopuses / France
Breton fishermen catch an unwanted haul of octopuses
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Axes Breton Catch Fisherman Fishermen Haul Tangle Unwanted Octopuses Suckers Wriggling
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the enchanting world of the deep sea with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Haul of Octopuses / France" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the extraordinary moment of Breton fishermen bringing up an unwanted haul of octopuses. The vibrant colors and intricate details of these mystical creatures are sure to add a touch of underwater magic to any space. Bring home the beauty of the ocean and elevate your interior design with our high-quality Fine Art Prints.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37cm (20" x 14.6")
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
Amidst the cold, briny waters of the English Channel, off the coast of Brittany, France, in the year 1906, a team of Breton fishermen laboriously hauled in their latest catch. The scene before them was a writhing mass of tentacles and suction cups, an unwanted haul of octopuses that had inadvertently become entangled in their nets. The fishermen, their faces etched with the lines of time and the elements, worked together to separate the valuable catches from the unwanted ones. Octopuses, with their blue-ringed bodies and writhing tentacles, were a common bycatch in the region's fishing industry. While they were considered a delicacy in some parts of the world, they were not a prized catch in this community. The fishermen, dressed in heavy woolen sweaters and waterproof trousers, wielded their axes with practiced ease, severing the tentacles from the bodies of the octopuses. The creatures, still alive and wriggling, were left to thrash about in the wooden boats, their suckers clinging to the sides and each other. This historical photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era when the sea provided a livelihood for the hardy fishermen of Brittany. The scene is a testament to the harsh realities of life at sea, where every catch was a precious commodity, and even the unwanted ones had their purpose. The octopuses, while not a desired catch, were still valuable, providing sustenance for the fishermen and their families. The image is a reminder of the rich marine history of France and the resilience of its fishermen, who continue to brave the elements and the unpredictable sea to provide for their communities. The haul of octopuses, while unwanted, is a symbol of the interconnectedness of all life in the ocean and the delicate balance of the marine ecosystem.
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