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Fine Art Print : Herring Fishery on the East Coast 1902
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Herring Fishery on the East Coast 1902
Fishermen tightly packing the herring in wooden barrels with salt. Date: November 1902
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Media ID 23462802
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Anglian Barrels Fishermen Harvest Herring Herrings Norfolk Packing Process Putting Salt Salting Season Yarmouth 1902 Salted
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the rich history of the Herring Fishery on the East Coast in November 1902, as captured in this stunning photograph. The determined fishermen work together to pack the precious herring into wooden barrels, carefully coating them with salt to preserve their catch. This captivating image brings to life the hard work, tradition, and community spirit of a bygone era. Add this beautiful Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse to your collection and let the story of the Herring Fishery be a part of your home.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 48cm x 50.8cm (18.9" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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November 1902: A Scene from the Herring Fishery on the East Coast of England This evocative photograph captures a moment in the annual herring fishery on the East Coast of England, in the historic town of Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. The image, taken in November 1902, shows a group of fishermen meticulously packing herring into wooden barrels, a process essential to the traditional method of salting the fish. The herring season was a significant event in the region's maritime community, with fishermen setting sail from ports like Great Yarmouth in search of the abundant shoals of herring that migrated to the North Sea each autumn. The fish were an essential food source for local communities and were also exported to other parts of the country and Europe. In the photograph, the fishermen work in unison, each man responsible for a specific task in the process. Some carefully scoop up the herring from the barrels, while others add layers of salt to the fish. The barrels are tightly packed, ensuring that every inch of space is utilized to preserve the herring for the long winter months. The scene is one of industry and collaboration, with the men working together to ensure a successful harvest. The air is filled with the pungent smell of salt and fish, a testament to the hard work and dedication of the fishermen. The wooden barrels, stacked high and ready to be transported to market, are a reminder of the importance of the herring fishery to the local economy and the community as a whole. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the sea provided a livelihood for many and the rhythm of the seasons shaped the lives of those who lived and worked along the East Coast of England.
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