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Sifting tea, China
Sifting tea, China. Date: 1851
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Sifting Tea, China (1851)
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is an evocative photograph capturing the intricate and labor-intensive process of tea production in China during the 1850s. The image presents a group of women, dressed in traditional Eastern garments, intently focused on their work. They are seated around a low table, meticulously sifting tea leaves through fine bamboo baskets. The women's expressions convey a sense of concentration and dedication, as they carefully separate the leaves to ensure an even consistency in size and quality. The tea leaves, a rich, dark brown hue, are spread out before them, ready to be sifted. The women's deft movements and the rhythmic sound of the leaves being tossed and sifted create an atmosphere of tranquility and harmony. The background of the photograph reveals a glimpse into the bustling tea industry of the time. Large piles of tea leaves and baskets filled with freshly sifted tea leaves are scattered around the room. The women's work is essential in the production of high-quality tea, a prized beverage in China and increasingly in the West. This photograph offers a glimpse into the manual labor and craftsmanship that went into the creation of tea during the 1850s. The women's dedication to their work and the intricate process of sifting the leaves underscores the importance of tea in Chinese culture and the global trade industry. The image is a testament to the rich history and tradition of tea production in China, which continues to thrive to this day.
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