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Canvas Print : Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, Central America - Drying Henequen
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Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, Central America - Drying Henequen
Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, Central America - Drying Henequen. After extraction from the plant, henequen is processed as a textile in various forms to obtain a range of products for domestic, commercial, agricultural and industrial use, as binder twine for crops such as hay, rope, rugs etc. Similar to sisal. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 18074668
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Agave Agricultural Commercial Dried Dries Drying Extraction Mexican Mexico Peninsula Processed Racks Resource Resources Shredded Textile Yucatan Mass Production
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the vibrant colors and rich culture of the Yucatan Peninsula into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This exquisite image captures the essence of Mexico's Central America region, showcasing the traditional process of drying Henequen, or sisal, fibers. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed photograph transports you to the heart of the Yucatan, where the natural beauty of the landscape and the intricacies of local craftsmanship come together. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are sure to become cherished pieces of art in your home, adding depth, texture, and a touch of the exotic to any space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the natural beauty and industrial process of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico during the 1910s. The image showcases a vast expanse of drying Henequen, also known as sisal, plants, which thrive in the region's fertile soil and tropical climate. Henequen, a type of agave plant (Agave fourcroydes), is native to the Yucatan Peninsula and has been an essential resource for the local economy for centuries. After the extraction of the fibers from the plant, they are meticulously processed to obtain a range of textile products. In this photograph, we see the fibers being dried on racks, carefully shredded, and prepared for further processing. The drying process is crucial to ensure the fibers retain their strength and durability, making them ideal for various uses in domestic, agricultural, and industrial applications. The mass production of Henequen textiles was a significant industry in the Yucatan Peninsula during this era. The natural resource provided employment opportunities for local communities and contributed significantly to Mexico's economy. The image offers a glimpse into the rich history of the region and the importance of sustainable natural resources in shaping the local economy and way of life.
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