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Canvas Print : A worker cuts off a sharks fin at a private dock in Puntarenas
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A worker cuts off a sharks fin at a private dock in Puntarenas
A worker cuts off a sharks fin at a private dock in Puntarenas, north of San Jose October 12, 2010. REUTERS/Juan Carlos Ulate (COSTA RICA - Tags: ANIMALS IMAGES OF THE DAY)
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Media ID 19907492
Animal Blood Body Part Carcass Close Up Fish Fishingindustry Food Food Processing Gloves Hand Interior Knife Shark Top Pictures
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Capture the raw power and beauty of nature with the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. Featuring the gripping image "A worker cuts off a shark's fin at a private dock in Puntarenas" by Juan Carlos Ulate from Reuters Images, these prints bring the vibrant colors and intricate details of this powerful sea creature to your home or office. Each print is meticulously crafted on high-quality canvas, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting display. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring the wonders of the ocean into your living space.
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this powerful and thought-provoking image captured by Juan Carlos Ulate, we witness the grim reality of the shark finning industry. The photograph showcases a worker meticulously cutting off a shark's fin at a private dock in Puntarenas, Costa Rica. The close-up shot emphasizes the precision and skill required for this gruesome task. The composition draws attention to the worker's gloved hand holding a sharp knife as it delicately separates the fin from the rest of the carcass. Blood stains on his gloves serve as a haunting reminder of the brutality involved in this practice. The absence of color further intensifies our focus on this macabre scene. This image sheds light on an issue that has sparked global concern - illegal fishing practices and their impact on marine life. Sharks are vital to maintaining healthy ocean ecosystems, yet they often fall victim to overfishing due to demand for their fins in certain cultures. Ulate's photograph encourages us to reflect upon our relationship with nature and question our responsibility towards its preservation. It serves as both an indictment against those who exploit these magnificent creatures for profit and a call-to-action for stricter regulations within the fishing industry. Through his creative use of photography, Ulate compels viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about humanity's role in shaping our natural world.
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