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Cocoa mill in Grenada 1855
Interior of a cocoa mill in Grenada. Date: 1855
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Bubblepunk
1850s 1855 Cocoa Cultivation Grenada Manufacture Planta
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step into the past with our exquisite Cocoa Mill in Grenada greeting card from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a captivating image from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage postcard transports you back in time to 1855, showcasing the intricate interior of a traditional cocoa mill in Grenada. Perfect for chocolate lovers or those with a passion for history, this card is a delightful way to add a touch of nostalgia to any message. Impress your loved ones with this unique and thoughtful greeting.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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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This evocative image captures the interior of a cocoa mill in Grenada during the 1850s, a time when the island was at the heart of the global cocoa industry. The mill, with its large wooden machinery and intricate gears, stands as a testament to the innovative technology employed in the cultivation and manufacture of this prized commodity. Women workers, dressed in colorful clothing, can be seen tending to the cocoa beans as they are ground and processed. Their faces are focused and determined, reflecting the importance of their role in the production chain. The mill, a hive of activity, hums with the sounds of machinery and the rhythmic beat of the workers' labor. The cultivation of cocoa had been a significant industry in Grenada since the late 17th century, but it was during the 1800s that the production reached its peak. The island's fertile soil and favorable climate made it an ideal location for growing cocoa, and the demand for the luxurious chocolate it produced was insatiable. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the people involved in the cocoa industry during this period. It is a reminder of the hard work and dedication required to transform raw cocoa beans into the delicious chocolate that would later become a staple in households around the world.
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