Poster Print : Schooner loading wool at North Arm, Falkland Islands
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Schooner loading wool at North Arm, Falkland Islands
Schooner loading wool at North Arm, Falkland Islands Date: circa 1920
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Media ID 11548635
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Cargo Falkland Falklands Loading Loads Schooner Wool Malvinas
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Transport yourself back in time with our stunning Schooner loading wool at North Arm, Falkland Islands poster print. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you on a journey to the early 20th century, showcasing the rugged beauty of the Falkland Islands and the hardworking spirit of the seafaring community. The intricate details of the schooner and its crew, along with the vast expanse of the sea and the rolling hills in the background, make this poster an exquisite addition to any room. Bring history to life with our high-quality poster prints, expertly crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this iconic photograph.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.8cm (11.9" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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
Schooner Loading Wool at North Arm, Falkland Islands (circa 1920): A Glimpse into the Past of Maritime Trade This evocative image captures the essence of the maritime trading history of the Falkland Islands, as a schooner prepares to load wool at North Arm, circa 1920. The Falkland Islands, also known as the Malvinas, have a rich maritime heritage, with their strategic location in the South Atlantic making them a vital stopover for ships trading between Europe, South America, and other parts of the world. The schooner in the photograph is typical of the sailing vessels that once dominated the waters around the Falklands. With its tall, slender masts and sails billowing in the wind, the schooner exudes a sense of grace and power, reflecting the skill and endurance of the sailors who navigated these waters. The scene at North Arm, with its rugged coastline and rolling waves, underscores the challenges faced by the sailors as they loaded the valuable wool cargo. The wool bales, carefully stacked and secured on the deck, represent the economic lifeblood of the Falklands, with the islands being one of the world's leading producers of high-quality wool. The image also serves as a reminder of the close-knit communities that existed in the Falklands during this period. The people of the islands relied on the trading ships to bring essential supplies and to take their wool to market, creating a vital economic and social link between the islands and the wider world. As we gaze at this photograph, we are transported back in time, to an era when the sea was the highway of commerce and the schooner was the king of the waves. The image is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of the Falklands, and a reminder of the rich maritime history that continues to shape their identity today.
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