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Framed Print : Snakes which are to be dried in oven are seen at a snake slaughterhouse at Kapetakan
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Snakes which are to be dried in oven are seen at a snake slaughterhouse at Kapetakan
Snakes which are to be dried in oven are seen at a snake slaughterhouse at Kapetakan village near Cirebon, Indonesias West Java province February 8, 2013. Wakira, who is known as " Boss Cobra", owns the snake slaughterhouse that produces snake meat and skin. Snake meat is believed by some to be a remedy for skin diseases and asthma, as well as an aid to increase virility. The skin of the snakes are used to make bags, shoes, wallets and belts. Wakira employs ten workers and earns up to 15 million rupiah ($ 1, 562) a month from the factorys production. The snake skins, measuring in the hundreds of metres, are sold to bag factories in the West and Central Java provinces on a monthly basis. The price of a bag made from snake skin costs between 150, 000 rupiah ($ 15.60) and 300, 000 rupiah ($ 31.20), depending on its size. Picture taken February 8, 2013. REUTERS/Beawiharta (INDONESIA - Tags: SOCIETY BUSINESS TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY ANIMALS)
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22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating 'Snakes at Kapetakan Slaughterhouse' framed print from the Media Storehouse collection. This powerful image, captured by Reuters photographer Beawiharta, offers a raw and unforgettable glimpse into traditional practices at a snake slaughterhouse in Kapetakan village, West Java, Indonesia. The photograph's rich, vibrant colors and intriguing composition are sure to make a bold statement in any space. Order your limited-edition, museum-quality framed print today and bring the stories of the world into your home or office.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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This print captures the intriguing world of a snake slaughterhouse in Kapetakan village near Cirebon, Indonesia's West Java province. The image showcases a collection of snakes that are destined to be dried in an oven, highlighting the unique practices and traditions surrounding snake meat and skin production. Owned by Wakira, also known as "Boss Cobra" this facility not only produces snake meat but also utilizes the skins for various purposes such as bags, shoes, wallets, and belts. Snake meat is believed by some to possess medicinal properties that can remedy skin diseases and asthma while enhancing virility. Employing ten workers, Wakira earns an impressive monthly income of up to 15 million rupiah ($1,562) from his factory's production. The extensive snake skins measuring hundreds of meters are sold on a monthly basis to bag factories in West and Central Java provinces. The price range for bags made from these exotic materials varies between 150,000 rupiah ($15.60) and 300,000 rupiah ($31.20), depending on their size. This thought-provoking photograph offers viewers a glimpse into the fascinating intersection between traditional beliefs about natural remedies and modern business ventures centered around animal products like snakeskin. It serves as a reminder of how diverse cultures intertwine with economic opportunities while preserving age-old customs passed down through generations.
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