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Fruit of the Country Bananas - Palma, Canaries, Spain
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Fruit of the Country Bananas - Palma, Canaries, Spain
circa 1910s
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Media ID 23423016
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Agriculture Banana Bananas Bunch Canaries Canary Crop Fruits Gathering Growing Isalnds Labourers Palma
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A charming postcard image capturing the essence of rural life in the Canary Islands during the 1910s. The photograph, titled "Fruit of the Country: Bananas - Palma, Canaries, Spain," showcases a group of young boys and laborers gathered around a lush banana plantation. The verdant landscape is dotted with banana trees, their heavy bunches of fruit hanging low against the backdrop of a clear blue sky. The boys, dressed in simple clothing typical of the era, work together to carefully pick the ripe bananas, their faces expressing focus and determination. The laborers, also dressed in work clothes, stand nearby, overseeing the process and ensuring that the bananas are harvested efficiently. The scene exudes a sense of community and camaraderie, as well as the hard work and dedication required to cultivate and gather the fruit. The Canary Islands, located off the northwest coast of Africa, were renowned for their banana production during this time, with Palma being a major center for banana cultivation. This image offers a glimpse into the agricultural practices of the past, providing a window into the lives of those who worked the land and contributed to the growth and export of bananas from the Canaries to other parts of the world. The photograph is a beautiful reminder of the connection between the land, the people, and the fruit that sustains and delights us.
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