Premium Framed Print : Hongkong Sawyer
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Hongkong Sawyer
A Chinese sawyer cuts a log in Hong Kong. He uses his saw sideways to minimise the risk of splitting
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Media ID 589870
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10179281
Cuts Hong Kong Risk Sawyer Sideways Splitting Timber
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 24.5cm (15.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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 print captures a moment in the history of Hong Kong's timber industry in 1905, showcasing a Chinese sawyer skillfully cutting a log with precision. The sawyer is depicted using his saw sideways, a technique employed to minimize the risk of splitting the timber. This unique method not only demonstrates the sawyer's expertise but also highlights the innovative approaches taken by workers in this industry during that time.
The image provides a glimpse into the daily life and practices of Chinese laborers working in Hong Kong over a century ago. It serves as a reminder of their hard work, dedication, and craftsmanship that contributed to shaping the city's industrial landscape.
Through this historical photograph, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how essential skills were passed down through generations within this thriving industry. The attention to detail captured by Mary Evans Picture Library allows us to appreciate the artistry and ingenuity involved in timber cutting during this era.
Overall, this print is not just an image frozen in time; it is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of those who played vital roles in Hong Kong's development as an industrial hub.
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