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Vietnam, Hanoi - Rice Husking
Two young girls working at the decortication (husking/hulling) of rice in Hanoi, Vietnam. Date: circa 1903
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Ha Noi Husk Processing Rice Tonkin Vietnam Vietnamese Hulling Husking
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in Hanoi, Vietnam during the early 20th century. The image shows two young girls intently focused on the laborious task of rice husking, a crucial step in the rice processing process. The girls, dressed in traditional Vietnamese attire, sit on low stools, their backs straight and their expressions determined as they skillfully remove the husks from the rice grains using long, curved knives. The scene takes place in a small, dimly lit hut, with the sunlight filtering in through the cracks in the wooden walls, casting an ethereal glow on the girls and their surroundings. Rice was, and still is, a staple crop in Vietnam, and its processing was a communal activity that brought the community together. The girls in this photograph are likely part of a larger group of women and girls who would have spent hours each day husking rice to provide for their families and their village. The intricacies of the rice processing process, from planting and cultivation to harvesting and husking, were passed down through generations, ensuring that the tradition continued. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the daily lives of the people of Hanoi during a time when agriculture was the backbone of the economy and community life was centered around the land. The image is a poignant reminder of the resilience and hard work that goes into producing the food that sustains us all.
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