Photograph of New Zealand woodcutter with axe and spectators looking on. Outdoor reportage photograph. Captioned, It is the Last Blow That Counts: in tree felling in the back blocks of New Zealand

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Photograph of New Zealand woodcutter with axe and spectators looking on. Outdoor reportage photograph. Captioned, It is the Last Blow That Counts: in tree felling in the back blocks of New Zealand

Photograph of New Zealand woodcutter with axe and spectators looking on. Outdoor reportage photograph. Captioned, It is the Last Blow That Counts: in tree felling in the back blocks of New Zealand'. With description, London has already had an opportunity of witnessing the woodcutter of the Australian Bush, one or two of these fascinating experts having recently given demonstrations at both the Hippodrome and the Coliseum, where their marvellous dexterity in the use of the chopper had to be seen to be believed'. Date: 1910

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Audience Chopper Demonstration Dexterity Felling Marvellous Reportage Spectators Woodcutter Zealand

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- This evocative caption accompanies a captivating outdoor reportage photograph from 1910, depicting a New Zealand woodcutter skillfully delivering the final blow to a towering tree with his axe. The image captures the raw power and precision of the woodcutter's craft, as he focuses intently on the task at hand, bringing the tree crashing down with a mighty thud. The photograph transports us to the rugged and untamed landscapes of New Zealand's back blocks, where the art of tree felling was a necessary skill for survival. The woodcutter's determination and dexterity are on full display, as he expertly navigates the challenging terrain and fells the tree with a single, decisive strike. The photograph also reveals the sense of community and camaraderie that surrounded such an essential activity. A group of spectators, dressed in turn-of-the-century attire, gather to watch the woodcutter's performance, their expressions a mix of awe, admiration, and anticipation. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when tree felling was a vital skill, and the last blow truly mattered. London audiences had already been introduced to the woodcutters of the Australian bush, and this photograph showcases the equally impressive expertise of their New Zealand counterparts. The marvellous dexterity of these men and their use of the chopper had left Londoners in awe, and this photograph captures the essence of their skill and the raw power of the natural world they inhabited.

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