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Jamaican industry was struggling against fierce rivalry of production volumes from the great European Nations manufactures. Photograph showing West Indies women bringing sugarcane, balanced on their heads to be put through the wooden press mill, powered by a horse drawn. The sugarcane juice and molasses was made into rum. Date: late 1890s
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Agriculture Cane Caribbean Crops Crush Crushing Drawn Extracted Extracting Indies Jamaica Jamaican Machinery Mill Plantation Plantations Planters Power Powered Press Pressing Process Processing Sugarcane Turning Juicer Molasses Racial Rhum
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the vibrant spirit of Jamaica's industry with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. These stunning images, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depict the resilience and determination of Jamaican manufacturers as they faced fierce competition from European nations during a pivotal period in history. Each print is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and industrial history of Jamaica, making them a must-have addition to any office or home decor. Bring a piece of the past into your space and celebrate the strength and tenacity of Jamaica's industry.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
In this evocative photograph from the late 1890s, Jamaican women are seen bringing in heavy loads of sugarcane, skillfully balanced on their heads, to be processed at the wooden press mill. The mill, powered by a horse-drawn cog wheel, is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the Jamaican people in the face of fierce competition from the great European manufacturing nations. The sugarcane, a staple crop in Jamaica's agriculture, was a vital source of food and income for the island's population. The cane juice extracted from the mill was used to produce both sugar and molasses, which in turn were used to make rum, a popular drink in the Caribbean. The scene captures the hard work and dedication of the Jamaican people, who labored in the fields and at the mills to extract the sweet nectar from the sugarcane. The women, dressed in traditional clothing, are a stark contrast to the large, impersonal machinery of the European factories that threatened to overshadow Jamaican industry. Despite the challenges, the Jamaican people continued to work the land and process their crops using traditional methods, passing down the knowledge and skills from one generation to the next. The image is a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage and resilience of the Jamaican people in the face of economic adversity. The scene is also a reflection of the racial and social dynamics of the time, with the black Jamaican laborers toiling under the watchful gaze of the white planters and plantation owners. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the lives of the people who shaped Jamaica's history and contributed to its unique cultural identity.
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