Fine Art Print : Kosher Slaughter 1858
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Kosher Slaughter 1858
A kosher slaughter in progress. Date: 1858
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1858 Butcher Butchery Jewish Kosher Meat Progress Slaughter
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and cultural significance of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Kosher Slaughter 1858" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the traditional practice of kosher slaughter as it was depicted in the late 19th century. With intricate details and a profound sense of authenticity, this print is a must-have for any art collection or historical archive. Immerse yourself in the story that unfolds through this timeless work of art and explore the depth of human history.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.2cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the traditional practice of Kosher slaughter, or Shechita, as it was carried out in the late 19th century. The photograph, taken in 1858, offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing us with a window into the history of Jewish food production and the cultural significance of kosher dietary laws. The scene unfolds in an open-air setting, with the butcher, dressed in a white apron and wearing a yarmulke, standing before a large, unshorn animal. The animal, its eyes wide with fear, is restrained by ropes attached to its legs. The butcher holds a sharp knife in one hand, ready to make the incision at the animal's throat, while his assistant holds the animal's head steady with the other. The blood from the animal's neck drips into a shallow trough, which collects the blood that will be used for religious purposes. The kosher slaughtering process is carried out in accordance with Jewish dietary laws, which prohibit the consumption of meat from animals that have not been slaughtered in a specific way. The animal must be alive and conscious at the moment of slaughter, and the knife must be sharp to ensure a quick and humane death. The meat is then salted, rinsed, and inspected by a rabbi before it can be considered kosher. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history and cultural significance of the kosher dietary laws, which have been practiced for thousands of years. It also provides a fascinating insight into the traditional methods of meat production that were once commonplace in Jewish communities around the world.
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