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Canvas Print : Unloading frozen meat from Australia, South West India Dock, Millwall, London, 1881
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Unloading frozen meat from Australia, South West India Dock, Millwall, London, 1881
Unloading frozen meat from Australia, South West India Dock, Millwall, London, 1881. Interior of the hold of the Catania, which sailed on 28 August from Sydney with nearly 120 tons of meat. The hold was fitted with Haslams refrigeration machinery. The cargo was sent by McIlwraith, McEacharn & Co who shortly before had sent first historic consignment in the Strathleven. Refrigeration offered Australia great opportunities to develop meat exports. Prior to this, the majority of carcasses were rendered down and exported as by-products such as tallow
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with this captivating Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Unloading frozen meat from Australia, South West India Dock, Millwall, London, 1881" by McIlwraith, McEacharn & Co. This stunning photograph, taken on the Catania as it unloaded 120 tons of meat from Australia in London's Millwall Docks, transports you to a bygone era. The intricate details of the ice-covered cargo and the determined workers are brought to life in this high-quality Canvas Print, making it a perfect addition to any home or office. Experience the rich history of this captivating image, now available as a beautiful and timeless piece of art in your space.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the unloading of frozen meat from Australia at South West India Dock in Millwall, London, in 1881. The image showcases the interior of the hold of the Catania, a ship that had sailed all the way from Sydney with an impressive cargo of nearly 120 tons of meat. The technological innovation of Haslams refrigeration machinery is evident within the hold, highlighting how this breakthrough allowed Australia to explore new opportunities for developing their meat exports. Prior to this advancement, carcasses were typically rendered down and exported as by-products such as tallow. In this snapshot, we see men diligently working as dock workers to unload and transport the frozen meat. Their occupation symbolizes not only their contribution to trade and industry but also represents a larger concept - how advancements in technology can shape professions and transform entire industries. The image offers us a glimpse into Victorian-era London's bustling shipping industry while showcasing the hard work and dedication required for successful import-export operations. It serves as a reminder of how transportation played a crucial role in connecting countries across vast distances during the 19th century. Overall, this remarkable print provides us with insight into an important chapter in history when refrigeration revolutionized Australia's meat exports while simultaneously shaping global trade practices.
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