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Outdoor kitchen in a Jamaica town, 1890s.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5881523
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1890s British British Colony British Empire Caribbean Caribbean Island Carry Chicken Chore City Colonial Colony Cook Female Food Jamaica Jamaican Kitchen Native Natives Outdoor Cooking Outdoors Poultry Road Street Town West Indies Woman Women
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This print takes us back to the vibrant streets of a Jamaican town in the 1890s. The image showcases an outdoor kitchen bustling with activity, offering a glimpse into the daily life and culinary traditions of this Caribbean island. Hand-colored to enhance its charm, this woodcut illustration beautifully captures the essence of a bygone era. In this snapshot, we see a woman diligently tending to her cooking duties on a busy city road. With poultry at her side and surrounded by traditional utensils and ingredients, she skillfully prepares mouthwatering dishes for her community. This scene not only highlights the importance of food in Jamaican culture but also pays homage to the rich history and heritage that shaped it. As we delve deeper into this picture's narrative, we are reminded of Jamaica's colonial past under British rule during the 19th century. The presence of British influence is evident through both architectural elements seen in nearby buildings as well as references to chores typically associated with women during that time period. Through artful composition and attention to detail, North Wind Picture Archives has preserved an invaluable piece of history within this photo print. It serves as a visual time capsule transporting us back over a century ago when outdoor cooking was not just about sustenance but also about community connection and cultural identity in Jamaica's towns.
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