Poster Print : Shipping Guano / Peru / 1857
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Shipping Guano / Peru / 1857
Chincha islands, Peru: boats receiving guano
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1857 Guano Peru Receiving Shipping Chincha
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Shipping Guano / Peru / 1857" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph transports us back in time to the Chincha Islands off the coast of Peru in 1857. Witness the intriguing scene of boats receiving valuable guano, an essential commodity during the 19th century due to its high phosphate content, which was used as a fertilizer. This evocative image encapsulates the rich history of Peru's guano trade and offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. Add this striking poster to your collection and let the story of this fascinating era come alive in your home or office space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 51.2cm x 42cm (20.2" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 evocative photograph captures the scene of boats receiving guano at the Chincha Islands off the coast of Peru in 1857. The Chincha Islands were a significant source of natural fertilizer during the 19th century due to the large deposits of bird droppings, or guano, which accumulated over centuries. The image shows several boats, some with sails fully hoisted and others with their masts still, anchored in the shallow waters near the shore. Men can be seen working on the boats, likely transferring the valuable resource from the islands to the vessels. The islands themselves are visible in the background, with their barren, rocky terrain and the distinctive white deposits of guano contrasting against the clear blue waters. The historical significance of this photograph lies in the role that the guano industry played in the economic development of Peru during the 19th century. The demand for guano as a fertilizer was high, particularly in Europe, and the Peruvian economy became heavily reliant on the export of this resource. The Chincha Islands were a major source of guano, and the industry brought significant wealth to the country. Despite the economic benefits, the guano industry also had negative consequences. The harvesting of guano involved the destruction of seabird colonies, leading to a decline in their populations and disrupting the delicate ecosystems of the islands. The industry also involved dangerous working conditions, with laborers exposed to the harsh environment and the risk of accidents while working on the unstable cliffs and boats. This photograph provides a glimpse into a pivotal moment in Peruvian history, highlighting the importance of the guano industry and the impact it had on the country's economy and environment.
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