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Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey - Large fig factory
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Izmir (Smyrna), Turkey - Large fig factory
The scale of the fig industry at Izmir is demonstrated in this postcard showing a huge warehouse with a multitude of baskets and workers
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Baskets Dried Figs Izmir Manager Smyrna Smyrne Trays Ware House Wicker Ottoman
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In this evocative postcard image, we are transported back in time to the bustling fig factories of Izmir, Turkey, once known as Smyrna, during the late Ottoman Empire era. The scene unfolds in a vast, sun-drenched warehouse, where the scale of the fig industry comes to life through an intricate choreography of workers and wicker baskets. The figs, ripe and plump, are meticulously arranged on trays and baskets, their natural sweetness and allure evident even in this photograph. The workers, both men and women, are deeply focused on their task, their expressions reflecting the social history and community spirit that characterized the Ottoman Empire's labor force. The manager, standing at the forefront, oversees the operation with a watchful eye, ensuring the smooth running of the factory. The figs, once dried, would be exported to various parts of the world, contributing significantly to Izmir's economy and reputation as a hub for fig production. The architectural details of the warehouse, with its high ceilings and large windows, speak to the industrial prowess of the Ottoman Empire, which was known for its advanced infrastructure and trade networks. The image offers a glimpse into the rich history of Izmir and its fig industry, a testament to the region's enduring agricultural traditions. This postcard, with its captivating scene, offers a unique window into the past, inviting us to appreciate the social, historical, and cultural significance of the fig industry in Izmir during the Ottoman Empire.
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