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PLANTS TRANSPORTED / 1860
A variety of plants being transported from Holland to France by steam barge using the network of canals Date: 1860
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1860 Barge Canals Ferns Holland Netherlands Network Trading Transported Variety 1860s
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This photograph, titled 'Plants Transported / 1860,' offers a glimpse into the past of European horticultural history. The image depicts an array of potted plants being transported from Holland to France via a steam barge on the extensive network of canals that connected the two countries during the 19th century. The steam barge, with its tall smokestack, sails serenely on the tranquil waterway, while the lush greenery of the plants spills over the sides of the boat, creating a striking contrast against the industrial backdrop. The variety of plants, including ferns and other lush foliage, were likely transported for the purpose of botanical research, or perhaps for the burgeoning horticultural industry in France. The Dutch were renowned for their expertise in horticulture, and their greenhouses produced a vast array of exotic and rare plant species. The ease of transportation via the canal system made it an efficient and cost-effective method for exchanging these valuable commodities between the two countries. The photograph, taken in 1860, captures the essence of the 1860s, a time of innovation and progress. The steam barge, with its modern technology, was a testament to the advancements of the Industrial Revolution, while the plants represented the natural world and the desire to explore and understand it. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the rich history of European horticulture and the interconnectedness of the European community during the 19th century.
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