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Framed Print : GATL2A-00035
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GATL2A-00035
Native women carrying coal onto a steamship at Kingston, Jamaica, 1880s.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5881491
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1880s Basket Boat British British Colony British Empire Business Busy Caribbean Caribbean Island Caribbean Sea Carry City Coal Colonial Colony Commerce Dock Worker Female Harbor Jamaica Jamaican Labor Labour Male Maritime Native Natives Passenger Port Sea Port Ship Steam Ship Steamer Stevedore Tourism Tourist Town Trade Visitor Water Front West Indies Wharf Woman Women Work Worker Fuel Kingston Passenger Liner Passenger Ship Refuel
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Bring historical charm into your home with the Media Storehouse Framed Print featuring GATL2A-00035 from North Wind Picture Archives. This captivating image, hand-colored woodcut of native women carrying coal onto a steamship at Kingston, Jamaica during the 1880s, transports you back in time. Each print is carefully framed to preserve the rich details of the 19th-century illustration, making it a stunning addition to any room. Elevate your decor and celebrate the beauty of history with this unique and intriguing piece.
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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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a bustling scene in Kingston, Jamaica during the 1880s. In this hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration, we witness the vibrant energy of trade and commerce that defined this historic Caribbean city. The image showcases native women diligently carrying baskets filled with coal onto a steamship docked at the water front. Their traditional attire adds an authentic touch to this snapshot of Jamaican life. The presence of both men and women engaged in labor highlights the importance of teamwork and collective effort in sustaining Kingston's thriving economy. As British colonial influence permeated the island, Kingston became a vital sea port for refueling passenger ships traversing the Caribbean Sea. This vintage print not only offers us a glimpse into Jamaica's rich maritime history but also serves as a testament to its enduring cultural heritage. Visitors today can still appreciate how these hardworking individuals contributed to shaping Kingston into what it is today – a bustling tourist destination that seamlessly blends tradition with modernity. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of art, we are reminded of the significant role played by colonies such as Jamaica within the vast British Empire during the late 19th century. It is through images like these that we gain insight into our shared past and celebrate those who labored tirelessly to build prosperous communities along these picturesque shores.
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