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Unloading illegal catch of fish, Boulogne, France
A fisherman unloading an illegal catch of fish at Boulogne, France. Date: circa 1970s
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Boulogne Catch Cigarette Conditions Container Fisherman Gloves Illegal Load Manual Trousers Unloading Water Proof
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 19.3cm x 24.4cm (7.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A haunting image captures the harsh realities of illegal fishing in the 1970s, as a fisherman unloads an illicit catch at the port of Boulogne, France. The fisherman, dressed in waterproof trousers and gloves, carefully lifts each fish from the wooden boat, its catch a mix of various species, some likely undersized or overlimit. The weight of the catch is evident in the fisherman's labored breathing and the beads of sweat on his brow. He wears a cap to shield himself from the sun and a cigarette dangles from his mouth, a momentary reprieve from the grueling work. The scene is set against the backdrop of a rustic, industrial port, with containers and cranes looming in the background. The fisherman's boat, small and unassuming, is dwarfed by the larger vessels in the harbor. The water, once teeming with life, is now a murky, churning mass, reflecting the questionable practices taking place just offshore. The illegal catch, a violation of fishing regulations, is a stark reminder of the human cost of overfishing and the lengths some will go to in pursuit of profit. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the past, a testament to the hardships faced by fishermen and the delicate balance of marine ecosystems. Despite the challenges, the fisherman continues his work, his determination etched on his weathered face. The scene is a snapshot of a bygone era, a time when the sea provided a livelihood, but at what cost? The image, though evocative of the past, remains relevant today, as the fight against illegal fishing and the preservation of marine resources continues.
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