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Delivering Tobacco at Curing Barn, 1926
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Delivering Tobacco at Curing Barn, 1926
Delivering Tobacco at Curing Barn, 1926. From Players Cigarettes - From Plantation to Smoker: A Series of 25 [John Player & Sons, London, 1926]
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Barn Cart Cash Crop Delivering English Text John Player Sons John Sons Panoramic Photography Player Players Cigarettes Tobacco Tobacco Plant Western Script Horse Drawn Horse Drawn Vehicle Horsedrawn Letterbox Format Titled
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This photo print, titled "Delivering Tobacco at Curing Barn, 1926" takes us back to a bygone era of manual labor and traditional transportation methods. The image is part of the iconic Players Cigarettes series called "From Plantation to Smoker: A Series of 25" published by John Player & Sons in London in 1926. In this snapshot, we witness the essence of early 20th-century agriculture as a group of hardworking men diligently unload tobacco from a horse-drawn cart outside a rustic curing barn. The scene exudes an air of tranquility amidst nature's beauty, with lush greenery surrounding them. The photograph captures the symbiotic relationship between man and animal as horses play an integral role in transporting these valuable cash crops. The men's attire reflects the fashion trends of that time – sturdy work clothes paired with hats for protection against the elements. With its panoramic format and impeccable composition, this portrait transports us back to an era when tobacco farming was not only a livelihood but also deeply ingrained in cultural practices. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and resourcefulness before modern machinery took over. As we admire this remarkable piece from Heritage Images' collection, let us appreciate the dedication and craftsmanship involved in every step it took for tobacco to reach our hands – from plantation workers like these men to skilled artisans who carefully crafted each cigarette card for collectors worldwide.
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