Canvas Print : West Indies sugar mill
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West Indies sugar mill
Interior view of a sugar mill in the West Indies. Date: 19th century
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Media ID 7184535
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Cane Grinding Harvest Indies Machinery Manufacture Mill Natives Processing Sugar Worker
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the rich history of the West Indies into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This exquisite interior view of a 19th-century sugar mill, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a bygone era. The intricate machinery and warm, ambient lighting are captured in vivid detail, making this a captivating addition to any room. Our high-quality canvas prints are professionally printed and coated with a protective varnish, ensuring your artwork remains vibrant and fade-resistant. Elevate your decor and relive the charm of the past with this timeless piece."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
Step into the heart of the West Indies sugar mill in this 19th-century photograph. The interior view showcases the intricate machinery that played a pivotal role in the processing of raw sugarcane into the sweet treat we all know and love. The image transports us back in time, where the rhythmic clanging of gears and the hiss of steam filled the air. The massive machinery, powered by water or steam, dominated the space, with workers deftly maneuvering around them. Native laborers, dressed in simple loincloths, can be seen operating the machinery, their faces etched with determination and focus. The sugar mill was the epicenter of the sugar industry, a vital economic force in the West Indies during the 19th century. The process began with the harvesting of ripe sugarcane, which was then transported to the mill for processing. The cane was crushed between heavy rollers to extract the sweet juice, which was then filtered and boiled to produce raw sugar. The milling process was a labor-intensive one, with workers toiling long hours under the scorching sun. Despite the arduous conditions, the workers remained dedicated to their craft, driven by the promise of wages and the importance of their role in the production of a staple food item. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of sugar production in the West Indies, a time when the industry was at the height of its power and influence. It serves as a reminder of the human effort and ingenuity that went into transforming a simple plant into a global commodity.
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