Poster Print : Workers in the sugar fields, Fiji, South Pacific
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Workers in the sugar fields, Fiji, South Pacific
Workers in the sugar fields, Fiji, South Pacific. Date: circa 1900s
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Media ID 14396846
© The Roseries Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Cane Commodity Fields Fiji Labour Manual Pacific Sugar Tropical Worker
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Transport yourself back in time with our captivating selection of poster prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece, "Workers in the Sugar Fields, Fiji, South Pacific," is a striking image from the early 1900s, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. The rights managed print showcases the hardworking community in the lush sugar fields of Fiji, evoking a sense of history and adventure. Ideal for adding character to any room, this high-quality poster print is a must-have for those who appreciate the richness of the past. Order now and bring the stories of yesteryears into your home or office.
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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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Toiling under the Tropical Sun: A Glimpse into the Lives of Sugar Cane Workers in Fiji, South Pacific (circa 1900s)" 2. In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a group of dedicated laborers toil under the scorching tropical sun in the lush sugar cane fields of Fiji, an archipelago of over 300 islands located in the South Pacific. The image, captured around the turn of the 20th century, offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of the hardworking men and women who played a pivotal role in the global sugar trade industry. 3. The sugar cane industry was a significant commodity in Fiji's economy, with the islands producing large quantities of sugar for export to international markets. The labor force, primarily made up of indigenous Fijians and indentured laborers from India, worked long hours under arduous conditions to meet production quotas. 4. In this photograph, the workers are seen engaged in various tasks, from cutting and loading the cane onto carts, to tending to the fields and transporting the harvested cane to the processing mills. The men, dressed in simple loincloths, display determined expressions as they labor alongside their female counterparts, who wear colorful saris and carry baskets on their heads. 5. The scene is a testament to the resilience and hard work of the people who played a crucial role in the sugar trade industry during the colonial era. The photograph also underscores the importance of manual labor in the production of a commodity that was, and continues to be, a staple in the global food market. 6. The tropical setting, with its verdant cane fields and clear blue skies, serves as a stark contrast to the laborers' toil, highlighting the harsh realities of life in the sugar cane fields of Fiji during the 1900s. This poignant image offers a glimpse into a bygone era, reminding us of the sacrifices and struggles of the workers who helped shape the global sugar trade industry.
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