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Vietnam, Hanoi - Rice Husking
Two young girls working at the decortication (husking/hulling) of rice in Hanoi, Vietnam. Date: circa 1903
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Media ID 7213443
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Ha Noi Husk Processing Rice Tonkin Vietnam Vietnamese Hulling Husking
22"x18" Modern Frame
Bring the rich history and culture of Vietnam into your home with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "Vietnam, Hanoi - Rice Husking," showcases two young girls deeply concentrated as they work at the decortication process of rice in Hanoi, Vietnam, circa 1903. The black and white photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the past. Our high-quality framed prints are not only beautiful additions to your decor but also serve as storytellers, igniting conversations and inspiring curiosity. Elevate your space with a piece of global history, available now at Media Storehouse.
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 32.6cm (20" x 12.8")
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 evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in Hanoi, Vietnam during the early 20th century. The image shows two young girls intently focused on the laborious task of rice husking, a crucial step in the rice processing process. The girls, dressed in traditional Vietnamese attire, sit on low stools, their backs straight and their expressions determined as they skillfully remove the husks from the rice grains using long, curved knives. The scene takes place in a small, dimly lit hut, with the sunlight filtering in through the cracks in the wooden walls, casting an ethereal glow on the girls and their surroundings. Rice was, and still is, a staple crop in Vietnam, and its processing was a communal activity that brought the community together. The girls in this photograph are likely part of a larger group of women and girls who would have spent hours each day husking rice to provide for their families and their village. The intricacies of the rice processing process, from planting and cultivation to harvesting and husking, were passed down through generations, ensuring that the tradition continued. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the daily lives of the people of Hanoi during a time when agriculture was the backbone of the economy and community life was centered around the land. The image is a poignant reminder of the resilience and hard work that goes into producing the food that sustains us all.
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