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Bagging up salt - Aden, Yemen
Bagging up salt - Aden, Yemen.
circa 1920s
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Media ID 20259635
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Aden Export Sack Sacks Salt Yemen Yemeni Bagging
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Introducing the captivating 'Bagging up Salt - Aden, Yemen' print from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph, taken from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection circa 1920s, transports us back in time to the bustling markets of Aden, Yemen. Witness the intriguing process of traditional salt production as local workers carefully bag up the precious crystals. Our high-quality framed print is meticulously crafted to preserve the authenticity and rich details of this captivating image. Add an exotic touch to your home decor or create a thoughtful gift for history and photography enthusiasts. Experience the allure of the past with Media Storehouse Framed Prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph taken in the 1920s, we witness the labor-intensive process of bagging up salt in the port city of Aden, Yemen. The image captures a group of Yemeni workers, dressed in traditional clothing, carefully filling large sacks with fine-grained salt. The sacks, made of sturdy material, are lifted and secured with thick ropes, ensuring they are securely sealed for transport. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of a bustling port, with ships anchored in the distance, waiting to be loaded with the precious cargo. The workers, focused on their task, display a sense of determination and resilience, as they work under the hot sun. The salt, a valuable commodity in Yemen and beyond, was primarily used for food preservation, making it an essential item for both local consumption and international trade. The salt industry in Aden was a significant economic contributor to the region, with Yemeni traders exporting the mineral to countries in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. The port city's strategic location at the southern entrance to the Red Sea made it an ideal hub for the salt trade, connecting Yemen to the wider world. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of Yemen's salt industry and the role it played in shaping the economic and cultural landscape of the region during the 1920s. The image also serves as a reminder of the human effort and dedication required to bring essential resources to market, making it a fascinating window into the past.
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