Acrylic Blox : Feeding Silkworms / China
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Feeding Silkworms / China
Feeding silk worms with mulberry leaves & sorting the cocoons. The whole family seems to be involved
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Media ID 615976
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1840 Cocoons Feeding Involved Mulberry Silk Sorting Textiles Worms Silk Worms
6"x4" (15x10cm) Acrylic Blox
Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.
Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print
Estimated Product Size is 15.2cm x 10.2cm (6" x 4")
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
1. Title: A Family Affair in China's Silk Industry: Feeding Silkworms and Sorting Cocoons, Circa 1840 This evocative photograph, captured circa 1840, presents a captivating glimpse into the rich history of China's ancient silk industry, as a devoted family works together to tend to their silkworms and sort the emerging cocoons. The scene unfolds in a serene rural setting, where the warm glow of sunlight filters through the foliage, casting dappled shadows on the ground. At the heart of the image, a mother carefully feeds silkworms with fresh mulberry leaves, her expression one of deep concentration as she ensures each worm is well-nourished. Her young daughter, dressed in traditional Chinese attire, watches intently, her curiosity piqued by the intricacies of the silkworm cultivation process. Nearby, a father and son team up to sort the cocoons, their hands deftly separating the precious silk-bearing ones from their less valuable counterparts. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its portrayal of a family working in harmony but also in the historical context of China's silk industry, which dates back over 3,000 years. Silk was once a highly prized commodity, with China maintaining a near monopoly on its production for centuries. The labor-intensive process of raising silkworms, harvesting their cocoons, and extracting the delicate silk threads was a deeply ingrained part of Chinese culture and daily life. As you gaze upon this photograph, you are transported back in time, witnessing a moment of connection between generations, tradition, and the enduring legacy of China's storied silk industry.
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