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Fine Art Print : Unloading fresh oranges 1900
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Unloading fresh oranges 1900
Dockers unloading oranges at London Bridge, Wharf in the orange season. Packed in boxes or chests, containing 1, 000 oranges each. Oranges coming from Malta, Sicily, Spain and Portugal and Florida. Date: 1900
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Media ID 20159935
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Bubblepunk
Cargo Cargoes Crates Dockers Fresh Lifted Oranges Rectangular Unloaded Unloading Wharf Dockworker Dockworkers
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the rich history of international trade to your home or office with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating image, titled "Unloading fresh oranges 1900," showcases the hustle and bustle of dockworkers at London Bridge, skillfully unloading oranges from ships that sailed from sun-kissed shores of Malta, Sicily, Spain and Portugal, and even Florida. Witness the vibrant oranges, meticulously packed in boxes or chests, each containing a thousand juicy fruits. Transport yourself back in time with this stunning piece of photographic history, and add a touch of timeless charm to your space.
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 37.6cm x 50.8cm (14.8" 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 evocative photograph captures the bustling activity of unloading fresh oranges at London Bridge Wharf in the early 1900s. The scene is filled with a sense of energy and productivity as dockworkers, dressed in heavy coats against the chill of the winter air, carefully lift and carry rectangular crates filled with oranges from the ship's hold. The crates, each containing 1,000 juicy oranges, are stacked high on the dock, ready to be transported to market. Oranges were a valuable commodity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with imports coming from various European countries such as Malta, Sicily, Spain, and Portugal, as well as from Florida in the United States. The arrival of these oranges marked the beginning of the orange season, a time of great excitement and anticipation for consumers. The Thames River, a major transportation hub, played a crucial role in the import and export of goods during this period. Ships, laden with cargo, sailed up and down the river, bringing goods from around the world to the bustling ports of London. The dockworkers, an essential part of the trade network, played a vital role in the unloading and distribution of these goods, ensuring they reached their destinations in a timely and efficient manner. This photograph is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the dockworkers, who played a crucial role in the transportation and distribution of goods during the 1900s. It also highlights the importance of international trade during this period, which connected people and economies across the globe.
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