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Canvas Print : Sponge Fleet in Harbour - Tarpon Springs, Florida, USA
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Sponge Fleet in Harbour - Tarpon Springs, Florida, USA
The Sponge Fleet in Harbour Tarpon Springs, Florida, USA. Date: 1935
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Media ID 18072445
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Florida Sponge Springs 1935 Tarpon
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Transport yourself to the captivating shores of Tarpon Springs, Florida with our stunning Canvas Print featuring the historic 'Sponge Fleet in Harbour.' Immerse yourself in the rich maritime heritage and vibrant colors captured by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Step back in time to 1935 and bring a touch of nostalgia and coastal charm into your home decor. Discover the beauty of this iconic scene that will transport you to sunny Florida every time you gaze upon it.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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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This evocative photograph captures the Sponge Fleet anchored in the harbor of Tarpon Springs, Florida, USA, in the year 1935. Tarpon Springs, located on the Gulf of Mexico, has a rich history as the sponge capital of the world, with a thriving sponge industry that dates back over a century. In this image, we see a traditional fleet of sponge boats, their masts and sails silhouetted against the early morning sky. The sponge divers, known as 'sponge divers of Tarpon Springs,' are renowned for their unique diving techniques using hollow reeds and their ability to hold their breath for extended periods underwater. The Sponge Fleet in Tarpon Springs was a vital part of the local economy during the 1930s, providing employment for many residents and contributing to the community's cultural heritage. The boats in the harbor, with their distinctive design and intricate rigging, reflect the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the sponge divers and their reliance on the sea for their livelihoods. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the sponge industry was a thriving and essential part of the American maritime scene. The serene harbor scene, with its calm waters and the boats gently rocking in the breeze, invites us to reflect on the history and traditions that continue to shape Tarpon Springs and its people.
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