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Photographic Print : Bulking at a tea warehouse 1874
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Bulking at a tea warehouse 1874
Workers shovel (or bulk) tea into tea chests in a warehouse. Date: 1874
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Media ID 20151527
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1874 Bulk Chest Chests Cultivation Shovel Warehouse Bulking
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of a bustling tea warehouse in 1874. Witness the dedication and strength of the workers as they meticulously bulk tea into chests, preserving the authentic essence of a bygone era. Add this evocative print to your home or office to evoke a sense of history and tradition. Experience the allure of the past, one print at a time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.3cm (10" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the backbreaking labor involved in the bulking process of tea production during the Victorian era, as depicted in this 1874 image from a tea warehouse. The scene unfolds in a dimly lit, cavernous space filled with towering stacks of empty tea chests, awaiting the precious cargo that would soon fill them. In the foreground, a group of determined workers, dressed in simple work clothes and wearing protective headgear, shovel tea leaves into the chests with focused intensity. The tea, freshly harvested from the lush tea gardens, is piled high on the floor, ready to be meticulously scooped up and packed away. The bulking process was a crucial step in the tea production chain, ensuring that the leaves were evenly distributed and compacted to prevent damage during transportation. The labor-intensive task required a high level of precision and physical strength, as the workers had to ensure that each chest was filled to the correct weight and volume. The atmosphere in the warehouse is one of industry and purpose, with the workers moving in unison to complete the task at hand. The air is thick with the earthy aroma of the tea leaves, mingling with the scent of sweat and the faint sound of wooden chests being sealed. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of tea production during the 1870s, providing a poignant reminder of the human effort and dedication required to bring a simple cup of tea to our tables.
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