Framed Print : Shipping Guano / Africa
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Shipping Guano / Africa
Ichaboe island, Africa: shipping guano via a pulley system to awaiting boats
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Media ID 603100
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10124526
1844 Awaiting Guano Pulley Shipping System
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Framed Prints collection at Media Storehouse: "Shipping Guano / Africa" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image transports you to Ichaboe Island off the coast of Africa, where an intriguing scene unfolds. Workers meticulously load and transport guano, a valuable natural fertilizer, using a pulley system to ships waiting at sea. The rich, earthy tones and vibrant details of this Mary Evans Print Online photograph bring the history of African trade to life in your home or office. Add a touch of adventure and world history to your space with this stunning framed print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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
This print from Mary Evans Picture Library captures a fascinating moment in history on Ichaboe island, Africa in 1844. The image showcases the intricate pulley system used to transport guano to awaiting boats for shipping. The scene is bustling with activity as workers carefully load the valuable cargo onto the vessels.
The bridge connecting the island to the mainland adds a sense of connection and accessibility to this remote location, highlighting the importance of this industry in supporting trade and commerce during that time period. The historical significance of guano as a valuable resource for agriculture and industry is evident in this snapshot of daily life on Ichaboe island.
The black-and-white composition lends a timeless quality to the photograph, allowing viewers to step back in time and witness firsthand how goods were transported before modern technology took over. This print serves as a reminder of our reliance on natural resources and the ingenuity required to harvest them efficiently.
Mary Evans Prints Online has preserved this piece of history for future generations to appreciate, offering us a glimpse into an era when guano was king and shipping played a crucial role in global trade.
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