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Fine Art Print : Stages of the pearl fishery industry in the Persian Gulf. Date: 1902
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Stages of the pearl fishery industry in the Persian Gulf. Date: 1902
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Arab Arabian Diver Divers Diving Gulf Oysters Pearls Persian Selling Stages 1902
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the captivating image "Stages of the pearl fishery industry in the Persian Gulf" (Date: 1902). This vintage photograph, rights-managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the rich history of pearl fishing in the Persian Gulf. Witness the intricate process unfold as pearl divers, boats, and tools come together in this stunning representation of a bygone era. Add a touch of history and culture to your home or office decor with this beautiful Fine Art Print.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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This photograph, taken in 1902, offers a glimpse into the rich and intricate world of pearl fishing in the Persian Gulf during the early 1900s. The image showcases various stages of this ancient industry, which had been a significant source of livelihood and wealth for the Arab communities living along the Gulf's shores for centuries. In the foreground, a group of Arab divers, dressed in traditional attire and equipped with only masks, fins, and ropes, are seen preparing for a dive. Their faces are focused and determined as they check their gear and discuss their strategy. These divers would dive deep into the waters, often holding their breath for several minutes, to extract pearls from oysters. Further in the background, a fleet of traditional pearl fishing boats, known as 'aflaj,' can be seen anchored in the calm waters. The boats, made of wood and propelled by sails, were an essential part of the pearl fishery industry. They provided shelter for the divers during their dives and served as storage and transportation vessels for the precious pearls. Once the divers had collected the pearls, they would return to the marketplaces along the Gulf's shores to sell their harvest. The bustling markets were a spectacle to behold, with merchants from far and wide haggling over the quality and price of each pearl. The pearls were then traded across the region and beyond, making their way to the courts of kings and queens, and to the jewelry boxes of the wealthy. This photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, a time when the pearl fishery industry in the Persian Gulf was a thriving and vibrant part of the region's history. The scene is a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the Arab communities who made their living from the Gulf's pearl banks, and to the beauty and allure of the pearls that continue to captivate us even today.
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