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Kabyle Olive Oil Press - North Eastern Algeria
A quite outstanding postcard (incredible detail) showing an olive oil press in operation in the Kabyle Region of Algeria. The Kabyle people are Berbers from North Eastern Algeria - estimated population today of 5 million individuals. This method of production has remained unchanged for centuries. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11582029
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Algeria Algerian Berber Berbers Bucket Kabyle Method Olive Operation Press Pressing Process Region Screw Technology Thread Twisting
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 25.4cm x 39.6cm (10" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This postcard image transports us back in time to the Kabyle Region of Algeria during the 1910s, where an olive oil press is in full operation. The Kabyle people, indigenous Berbers from North Eastern Algeria with an estimated population of 5 million today, have preserved this ancient method of olive oil production for centuries. The industrial scene unfolds before us: large, heavy stones are skillfully maneuvered to crush olives, releasing their precious oil. The olives are then transferred to a large, round vat, where they are trodden by bare feet or trampled by animals. The resulting paste is then transferred to a pressing bed, where a twisting thread or screw press is used to extract the oil. Buckets are placed beneath the press to collect the golden liquid. The intricate process of olive oil production in the Kabyle Region is a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the people. This method of production, which has remained unchanged for generations, is a fascinating glimpse into the region's rich history and cultural heritage. The industrial yet rustic setting showcases the perfect harmony between traditional techniques and the natural beauty of the land. The Kabyle olive oil press stands as a symbol of the region's proud Berber identity and the enduring connection between the people and their land. This postcard, with its incredible detail, offers a unique and captivating window into the past, inviting us to appreciate the simple yet profound beauty of this ancient process.
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