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Cocoa Fresh from the Pods, Dominica, B. W. I. 1893. Creator: Keystone View Company
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Cocoa Fresh from the Pods, Dominica, B. W. I. 1893. Creator: Keystone View Company
Cocoa Fresh from the Pods, Dominica, B.W.I. 1893. Cocoa harvest in Dominica, formerly a part of the British West Indies. Stereocard by Keystone View Company
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Media ID 18910138
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Basket Baskets British West Indies Cinematography Cocoa Cocoa Bean Cocoa Plantation Cocoa Pod Dominica Harvest Harvesting Indies Keystone View Company Plantation Stereocard Stereoscope Stereoscope Card Stereoscopic Stereoscopic Card West Indian West Indies British Empire
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This photo print, titled "Cocoa Fresh from the Pods, Dominica, B. W. I. 1893" takes us back to the heart of agriculture in the 19th century British West Indies. The image was captured by the renowned Keystone View Company, known for their exceptional stereoscopic cards that brought distant lands closer to home. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a cocoa harvest in Dominica; a lush Caribbean island once part of the British Empire. The monochrome scene showcases workers diligently tending to cocoa plantations with baskets filled to the brim with fresh cocoa pods. Each pod holds within it the promise of rich flavors and velvety textures that will soon delight chocolate lovers around the world. The composition exudes an air of tranquility as laborers carefully gather these precious fruits from nature's embrace. Their dedication is evident as they navigate through verdant fields under a sun-drenched sky, ensuring only the finest beans are selected for further processing. As we gaze upon this stereocard, our senses are transported back in time - we can almost smell the earthy aroma of freshly harvested cocoa and feel its smooth texture on our fingertips. It serves as a poignant reminder of how agriculture has shaped societies throughout history and continues to connect cultures across continents today. This remarkable piece from The Print Collector collection allows us to appreciate not only the beauty found within nature but also honors those whose tireless efforts bring forth such treasures from land and sea alike.
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