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Crushing the Cane, 1886. Artist: W Mollier
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Crushing the Cane, 1886. Artist: W Mollier
Crushing the Cane, 1886. Australian aboriginal people working on a sugar plantation. Wood engraving from Picturesque Atlas of Australasia, Vol II, by Andrew Garran, illustrated under the supervision of Frederic B Schell, (Picturesque Atlas Publishing Co, 1886)
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Crushing the Cane, 1886 - A Glimpse into Australia's Sugar Plantations
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. This black and white wood engraving, titled "Crushing the Cane, 1886" offers a fascinating insight into the lives of Australian Aboriginal people working on a sugar plantation during the late 19th century. Created by W Mollier under the supervision of Frederic B Schell for Andrew Garran's Picturesque Atlas of Australasia, this print captures an important chapter in Australia's agricultural history. In this scene, we witness indigenous men and women toiling amidst lush sugarcane fields. The image showcases their resilience and hard work as they navigate through rows of towering cane plants. These individuals played a crucial role in Queensland's booming sugar industry at that time. The wood engraving beautifully portrays both male and female workers engaged in various tasks associated with cane crushing. While some operate machinery to extract juice from harvested sugarcane stalks, others manually crush them using traditional methods. Their expertise is evident as they skillfully handle tools and equipment essential for processing sugar. This artwork not only highlights the labor-intensive nature of farming but also emphasizes the harmonious relationship between humans and nature. It serves as a testament to Australia's rich cultural heritage by showcasing Indigenous Australians' significant contributions to agriculture. Through its monochrome aesthetic, "Crushing the Cane" transports us back in time, inviting contemplation on how far we have come since those days while acknowledging our debt to those
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