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Fine Art Print : Bushels of oyster shells at Hampton, Virginia, USA
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Bushels of oyster shells at Hampton, Virginia, USA
200, 000 bushels of oyster shells piled up at Hampton, Virginia, USA. Date: circa 1915
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Media ID 23091416
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Hampton Oyster Pile Piled Shell Shellfish Shells Virginia Bushels
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Breathtaking Fine Art Print: Witness the rich history of Hampton, Virginia, USA, with this stunning image of over 200,000 bushels of oyster shells piled high. Captured in the early 1900s, this evocative print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online invites you to explore the bountiful harvest of the Chesapeake Bay. Bring the timeless beauty of the past into your home or office and add depth and character to any space.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 34.1cm (21" x 13.4")
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.
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This evocative image captures the vast expanse of oyster shells piled high at Hampton, Virginia, USA, circa 1915. The scene showcases an estimated 200,000 bushels of oyster shells, a testament to the abundant harvests of the Chesapeake Bay region during the American 1910s. Oysters have long been a staple food source for the people of the Chesapeake Bay, with Hampton being a significant center for oyster production. The oysters were harvested using traditional methods, such as dredging or tonging, and the shells were left to accumulate on the shores or in designated areas for collection. The shells were then used for various purposes, including making lime for fertilizer or building oyster reefs to support future growth. The image evokes a sense of history and tradition, as well as the natural beauty of the Chesapeake Bay and its rich bounty. The piles of oyster shells stretch as far as the eye can see, creating a striking contrast against the blue waters and clear skies in the background. The scene is a reminder of the important role that the oyster industry played in the history and economy of Hampton, Virginia, and the broader American story.
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