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Framed Print : JAMAICA: FEMALE STEVEDORES. Coaling a Royal Mail Steam-Packet at Kingston, Jamaica. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1865
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JAMAICA: FEMALE STEVEDORES. Coaling a Royal Mail Steam-Packet at Kingston, Jamaica. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1865
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Media ID 7545629
1865 Basket Coal Dock Harbor Jamaican Kingston Steam Boat Unloading West Indian
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Jamaica: Female Stevedores. Coaling a Royal Mail Steam-Packet at Kingston, Jamaica" by The Granger Collection. This intriguing wood engraving, originally published in an English newspaper in 1865, offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the hardworking women of Kingston, Jamaica as they fueled the Royal Mail Steam-Packet. Add character and charm to any room with this striking, historically significant piece. Order your Framed Print today and bring a piece of history into your home.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from 1865 transports us back in time to the bustling harbor of Kingston, Jamaica. The scene depicts a group of remarkable women known as stevedores, hard at work coaling a Royal Mail Steam-Packet. These female workers, dressed in traditional West Indian attire, showcase their strength and resilience as they unload baskets filled with coal onto the steam boat. The wood engraving captures the essence of this historic moment, showcasing the dedication and determination of these Jamaican women who defied societal norms by taking on physically demanding labor typically reserved for men. Their presence challenges gender roles and highlights their invaluable contribution to maritime trade during this era. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, it is impossible not to be captivated by the intricate details etched into each figure's expression. The artist masterfully conveys both physical exertion and pride on these African American women's faces as they go about their daily work. This image serves as a powerful reminder of the often overlooked stories that make up our shared history. It celebrates the strength and resilience of these unsung heroes while shedding light on an important chapter in Jamaica's past.
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