Antique Framed Print : Drying Sheds For Tobacco

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Drying Sheds For Tobacco

Drying Sheds For Tobacco, Sumatra, Indonesia, 1890 Engraving

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Media ID 9731139

© Universal History Archive

1890 Engraving Drying Indonesia Sumatra Tobacco 19th Century Engraving Sheds

14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame

Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller

Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.6cm (9.6" x 7.3")

Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")

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 vintage engraving from 1890 takes us back to Sumatra, Indonesia, where the tobacco industry thrived in the late 19th century. The image showcases a scene of drying sheds specifically built for this purpose. These rustic structures were essential in the tobacco production process, providing an ideal environment for curing and drying the leaves. The intricate engravement technique used to create this print adds a touch of elegance and nostalgia to the artwork. It captures not only a moment frozen in time but also reflects the cultural significance of tobacco cultivation in Sumatra during that era. As we delve into this historic art piece, we are transported to a different time and place – one where traditional practices shaped local economies and defined cultural identities. This engraving serves as a window into Indonesian history, offering insights into both artistic techniques prevalent at that time and societal values associated with tobacco production. With its retro charm and Victorian aesthetic, this engraved image by 000143 is reminiscent of an era long gone but still preserved through visual storytelling. It invites us to appreciate not only the artistic mastery behind it but also encourages exploration of our shared human heritage through historical representations like these.

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