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Gang of Labourers - Astove Island, Cosmoledo Group
Gang of Labourers - Astove Island, part of the Cosmoledo Group, part of the Outer Islands of the Seychelles, lying in the southwest of the island nation, 1, 000 kilometres (620 miles) from Mahe Island. The whole island appears to have been turned over to the harvesting and drying of mangrove bark. Date: 1907
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Media ID 20163429
© Bubblepunk / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Atoll Bark Export Exporting Gang Labourers Locals Mangrove Outer Rowing Seychelles Shore 1907
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 25.7cm (15.6" x 10.1")
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.
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A Striking Scene of Labor and Tradition: Gang of Labourers - Astove Island, Cosmoledo Group, Seychelles, October 1907 This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the Outer Islands of the Seychelles, specifically Astove Island in the Cosmoledo Group, which lies approximately 1,000 kilometres (620 miles) southwest of Mahé Island. The image, taken in October 1907, presents a captivating tableau of local labourers engaged in the harvesting and drying of mangrove bark on the island's shore. The entire island appears to have been transformed into a bustling mangrove bark industry hub. The labourers, dressed in traditional attire, work together in a coordinated effort, their determined expressions and focused gaze revealing the intensity of their task. The boats, traditional and simple, are anchored on the sandy beach, adding to the scene's picturesque charm. The mangrove bark, a valuable resource, was primarily used for export, providing a crucial economic lifeline for the island's inhabitants. The process of harvesting and drying the bark was laborious and time-consuming, requiring the collective effort of the community. The bark was then shipped to various destinations, contributing to the global economy and fostering connections between distant lands. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the resilience and resourcefulness of the local population as they adapted to their environment and harnessed its natural resources. The image also underscores the rich cultural heritage and history of the Seychelles, a captivating archipelago in the Indian Ocean.
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