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Canvas Print : Madeira Barrels - Madeira, Portugal
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Madeira Barrels - Madeira, Portugal
Wine production on the island of Madeira is of utmost importance to the Islands economy. Prince Henry the Navigator probably introduced the first vines to Madeira during initial colonisation of the island. Jesuit priests managed the first wine trading and they owned large properties and vineyards. Here two oxen move the large barrels of Madeira wine at a Cooperage, where the barrels are made and filled
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Barrels Cobbles Cooper Cooperage Economy Jesuit Madeira Managed Move Oxen Portugal Pulled Sled Trading Wine
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the rich history and beauty of Madeira, Portugal into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning image of Madeira Barrels, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the time-honored tradition of Madeira wine production on the island. Prince Henry the Navigator may have introduced the first vines during colonization, but you can now enjoy a piece of this important cultural heritage every day. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are made to order, using premium materials and vibrant colors to bring out the intricate details of this captivating scene. Elevate your decor and transport yourself to the sun-soaked vineyards of Madeira with every look."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 19.9cm (12" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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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1. Title: "A Traditional Madeira Wine Production: Oxen and Barrels in a Cooperage, Madeira, Portugal" 2.. Madeira, an autonomous region of Portugal, is renowned for its unique and distinctive wines, which hold a significant place in the island's economy. The history of Madeira wine production dates back to the 15th century when Prince Henry the Navigator is believed to have introduced the first vines during the initial colonization of the island. Over the centuries, the Jesuit priests managed the wine trading and owned large properties and vineyards. In this photograph, we witness a traditional aspect of Madeira wine production as two oxen are seen moving large barrels at a Cooperage. The Cooperage is where the barrels are made and filled, and this labor-intensive process has remained largely unchanged for centuries. The barrels, made from oak, are essential for the unique aging process of Madeira wine. The barrels are moved using a sled and are pulled by the oxen, their powerful strength and determination evident as they navigate the cobblestone streets. The Cooperage's rustic atmosphere, with its wooden structures and traditional tools, transports us back in time to an era when the production of Madeira wine was a labor-intensive and deeply rooted aspect of the island's history and culture. This image offers a glimpse into the rich heritage and tradition of Madeira wine production, which continues to be an integral part of the island's economy and identity.
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