Metal Print : Loading Sugar for Export
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Loading Sugar for Export
Sugar in barrels is loaded in the West Indies for export to Europe
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Media ID 4334512
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1844 Barrels Caribbean Export Indies Loaded Loading Sugar Trading Europeans Exportation
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Transport yourself back in time with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Loading Sugar for Export" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic photograph showcases the rich history of sugar production in the West Indies, with barrels brimming with the precious sweetener being carefully loaded onto a ship for the long journey to Europe. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring out the vibrant colors and intricate details of this evocative image, making it a beautiful addition to any home or office. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium metal sheets and advanced printing techniques, ensuring a long-lasting and eye-catching display. Relive the romance of a bygone era with this exquisite piece of history.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the bustling scene of sugar loading in the West Indies for export to Europe, as depicted in an 1844 print from Mary Evans Prints Online. The European traders, dressed in crisp white shirts and hats, supervise the laborers as they fill barrel after barrel with the sweet, golden crystals. The air is thick with the scent of sugar and the sounds of crates being stacked and ropes being secured. The West Indies, a region rich in natural resources and strategic location, had long been a hub for European trade and trading companies seeking to satisfy the insatiable demand for sugar in Europe. The sugar industry was a major economic force in the Caribbean during the 18th and 19th centuries, with the West Indies producing the vast majority of the world's sugar supply. The sugar was transported across the Atlantic Ocean in large sailing ships, making the journey to Europe where it was used to produce rum, molasses, and other sweetened foods. The historical significance of this image lies in its portrayal of the global trade networks that connected Europe and the Caribbean during this period. The exchange of goods and resources between these regions had a profound impact on the economic, social, and cultural development of both Europe and the Caribbean. The image also serves as a reminder of the human labor and hardships endured by the enslaved Africans and their descendants who worked on the sugar plantations. The intricate process of loading sugar into barrels for export was a crucial step in the sugar trade, ensuring that the precious cargo arrived safely and intact at its destination. This print offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the rich history of European trade and the Caribbean sugar industry.
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