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Tobacco drying room, Cuba C014 / 1494
Tobacco drying room. Harvested tobacco plants (Nicotiana tabacum) hung up to dry on racks in a drying house on a farm in Cuba. The dried tobacco leaves are used to make cigars. Photographed in 2012
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© MARK THOMAS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
2012 Agricultural Agriculture Building Caribbean Cash Crop Communism Communist Countryside Crop Cuba Cuban Cultivated Cultivation Developing Country Dried Drying Farm Farming Harvested Human Geography Inside Interior Nicotiana Tabacum Non Mechanised North American Plants Rack Racks Rural Smoking Socialism Socialist Third World Tobacco
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Bring the rich and authentic flavors of Cuba into your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the captivating image of a Tobacco Drying Room. This premium mug showcases Mark Thomas/Science Photo Library's evocative photograph of harvested tobacco plants drying in a traditional Cuban drying house. Each sip from this mug transports you to the heart of tobacco cultivation, where the essence of tradition and history is infused into every leaf. Perfect for coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, this Photo Mug is not only a functional and stylish addition to your kitchen but also a conversation starter that tells a story with every use.
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 print captures the essence of tobacco farming in rural Cuba. Taken in 2012 by photographer Mark Thomas, it showcases a tobacco drying room on a traditional Cuban farm. The image depicts harvested tobacco plants, scientifically known as Nicotiana tabacum, delicately hung up to dry on racks within the rustic drying house. The significance of this agricultural practice lies in the production of cigars, for which these dried tobacco leaves are utilized. As an integral part of Cuban culture and economy, cigar-making has been deeply intertwined with the country's history and traditions. The photograph offers a glimpse into the industrial yet non-mechanized process involved in cultivating this cash crop. Against the backdrop of an interior setting, one can observe how carefully arranged racks hold rows upon rows of dried tobacco leaves awaiting their transformation into prized cigars. Beyond its agricultural context, this image also provides insights into Cuba's socio-political landscape. With references to communism and socialism subtly present through keywords such as "communist" "socialist" and "developing country" it hints at the unique challenges faced by this Caribbean nation. Overall, Thomas' photograph encapsulates not only the physical aspects but also cultural nuances associated with tobacco cultivation in Cuba. It serves as a visual testament to both human geography and historical heritage while inviting viewers to appreciate the intricate processes behind one of Cuba's most iconic industries.
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