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Soya beans - a hint for hungry Europe 1921
Page from The Illustrated London News reporting on the possibilities of the soya bean as the solution to the cost of living in Europe. The editorial suggests that, " it is a matter of the highest political importance that the West should learn the lesson of cheaper living as taught it by the East in the adaptation of the Soya bean as an article of food" A century on, Europe is finally beginning to adopt this advice! Date: 1921
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1921 Agricultural Agriculture Bean Beans Cheap Cost Crop Crops Economy Growing Jul19 Living Source Vegetable Vegetarian Soya
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating Soya Beans Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, taken from The Illustrated London News in 1921, showcases the hope and innovation of Europe during a time of great hardship. The article hints at the potential of the humble soya bean as a solution to the rising cost of living. Add this historical piece to your decor and ignite conversations about resilience, resourcefulness, and the power of nature to inspire change. This rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online is a must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and anyone seeking to add a touch of nostalgia to their 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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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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This evocative image from the pages of The Illustrated London News, dated July 1921, showcases a bountiful harvest of soya beans, a crop that was gaining significant attention in Europe as a potential solution to the escalating cost of living. Amidst the aftermath of the First World War, the economic climate was dire, and the need for affordable food sources was paramount. The editorial accompanying this photograph emphasized the importance of Europeans learning from the East, where soya beans had long been a staple in the agricultural and dietary landscape. The text reads, "It is a matter of the highest political importance that the West should learn the lesson of cheaper living as taught it by the East in the adaptation of the Soya bean as an article of food." Soya beans, a versatile vegetable protein, offered an alternative to meat, which was becoming increasingly expensive and scarce. The image captures the promise of this humble legume, with its plump, golden beans arranged in neat rows against a lush green backdrop. A century on, Europe has finally begun to heed this advice. Soya beans have become an integral part of European agriculture and diet, with many countries now producing their own soya crops. The adoption of this Eastern wisdom has not only contributed to more affordable food sources but also to a more sustainable and diverse agricultural landscape. The soya bean's journey from an obscure Eastern crop to a staple in European agriculture is a testament to the power of cross-cultural learning and the resilience of human ingenuity in the face of adversity.
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