Poster Print : Cigar makers demonstraion in Havana
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Cigar makers demonstraion in Havana
In Havana, Cuba, the cigar- makers demonstrate in protest against the mechanisation of their trade Date: 1928
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Media ID 14268003
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Anti Change Cigar Cigars Cuba Cuban Cultivation Demo Demonstrate Demonstration Fear Havana Machines Makers Mechanisation Processing Protest Protesting Tobacco Worker 1928
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Cigar Makers Demonstration in Havana poster print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you to the streets of Old Havana in 1928, where cigar makers proudly demonstrate against the encroaching mechanisation of their traditional craft. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Cuba with this unique and intriguing piece of art, perfect for adding character to any wall in your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a group of cigar makers in Havana, Cuba, passionately demonstrate against the encroaching mechanisation of their traditional craft in 1928. The scene unfolds on the streets of this vibrant city, with the workers clustered together, their faces etched with determination and fear of the impending change. The tobacco industry, a significant part of Cuba's economy and cultural heritage, was on the brink of transformation as machines began to replace the skilled labor of the cigar makers. The men, dressed in simple work clothes, hold up their tools and cigars as symbols of their trade and their defiance. The tobacco leaves, piles of which are visible in the foreground, are a reminder of the rich history and dedication that goes into each handcrafted cigar. The workers' protest was a testament to their pride in their craft and their fear of losing their livelihoods to the cold, unfeeling machinery that threatened to replace them. The 1920s, also known as the Jazz Age or the Roaring Twenties, were a time of great social and economic change. The world was modernising at an unprecedented rate, and traditional industries like cigar making were not immune to the march of progress. This photograph captures a moment in history when the human spirit fought back against the inexorable tide of change, demonstrating the resilience and determination of the workers and the importance of preserving the artisanal traditions that make Cuba's cigars so unique. The cigar makers' demonstration in Havana stands as a poignant reminder of the human connection to the land, the craft, and the traditions that define us. It is a powerful image that resonates with us today, as we grapple with the complexities of technological advancement and the impact it has on our communities and our world.
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