Poster Print : Labourers on deck, Lautoka, Fiji, South Pacific
Poster Prints From Mary Evans Picture Library
Labourers on deck, Lautoka, Fiji, South Pacific
Labourers on the deck of a ship at the wharf, Lautoka, Fiji, South Pacific. Date: circa 1900s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14396850
© The Roseries Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Chain Deck Fiji Labourer Labourers Natives Pacific Rigging Tropical Wharf Worker Racial
18x24 inch Poster Print
Transport yourself back in time with our stunning Labourers on Deck poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts labourers at work on the deck of a ship in Lautoka, Fiji, during the 1900s. The authenticity of this Rights Managed photograph transports you to the South Pacific, where the hustle and bustle of port life unfolds before your eyes. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a unique, vintage touch to your decor. Order now and relive the stories of the past with every glance.
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
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the early 1900s at the bustling wharf of Lautoka, Fiji, in the South Pacific. The image presents a scene of laborers, predominantly of Melanesian and Indian descent, working on the deck of a ship. Their focused expressions and the intricate rigging in the background suggest that they are in the midst of loading or unloading cargo. The tropical climate is palpable, with the warm sun casting long shadows on the deck and the lush greenery of the island visible in the distance. The diverse group of laborers, dressed in various clothing, reflects the multicultural population of Fiji during this era. The image offers a glimpse into the lives of the men who played a crucial role in the economic development of the South Pacific islands. Despite the racial and ethnic differences, they are united by their shared labor and the common goal of ensuring the smooth operation of maritime trade. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history and cultural exchange that took place in the South Pacific during the late 1800s and early 1900s. It invites us to reflect on the stories of the people who shaped the region's past and the enduring connections between the islands and the wider world.
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