Photo Mug : Cotton Picking
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Cotton Picking
Picking cotton in the southern United States
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Media ID 578670
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1875 Cotton Manufacturing Picking Southern Textiles
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, a perfect blend of functionality and personalization. This mug is not just an everyday essential, but a canvas for your favorite memories and inspirations. Picture this: a beautiful scene of "Cotton Picking" from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online. The mug showcases this captivating image of cotton fields in the southern United States, where tradition and hard work come together. Each Media Storehouse Photo Mug is made with high-quality materials, ensuring durability and a comfortable grip. The full-color, high-resolution image wraps around the mug, providing a stunning visual experience with every sip. Bring a touch of history, culture, or simply a beloved memory into your daily routine with the Media Storehouse Photo Mug. This is more than just a mug - it's a conversation starter, a piece of art, and a cherished keepsake all in one.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the essence of cotton picking in the southern United States during the late 19th century. The photograph, taken around 1875, offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of agricultural laborers during the height of the cotton industry in the pre-industrial era. Cotton was a staple crop in the southern states, and its cultivation and processing were central to the region's economy. In this scene, we see a group of African American laborers carefully picking cotton under the watchful eye of a white overseer. The sun-soaked fields stretch out in the background, dotted with bales of cotton waiting to be transported to textile mills for processing. The labor-intensive process of picking cotton was a backbreaking and time-consuming task, requiring great attention to detail to ensure that only the ripest bolls were harvested. The workers in this photograph are shown using long-handled cotton hooks to pluck the cotton from the plants, their faces etched with concentration and determination. Despite the harsh conditions and long hours, cotton picking was a vital source of income for many African American families in the southern United States. The proceeds from cotton sales provided the economic foundation for the region's textile industry and helped fuel the country's industrialization. This historical photograph offers a powerful reminder of the rich and complex history of manufacturing and agriculture in the southern United States during the late 1800s. It is a poignant testament to the resilience and determination of the people who labored in the fields to bring this essential crop to market, and to the role that cotton played in shaping the economic and social fabric of the region.
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