Fine Art Print : East Indian wife of plantation worker, Trinidad, West Indies
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East Indian wife of plantation worker, Trinidad, West Indies
East Indian wife of a sugar plantation worker, Trinidad, West Indies, with nose jewellery. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 14313328
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Bangles Bracelets Caribbean Indies Jewellery Necklace Nose Plantation Sugar Trinidad Worker Racial
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the rich history of the West Indies with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring an evocative image of an East Indian wife of a sugar plantation worker, captured in the 1910s, this print tells a story of culture, tradition, and resilience. The intricate nose jewelry adorned in this beautiful portrait adds an exquisite detail, transporting you to another time and place. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this exquisite, rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online, available now at Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 32.7cm x 53.3cm (12.9" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the image of an East Indian woman, likely the wife of a sugar plantation worker, in Trinidad, West Indies during the 1910s. The woman is adorned with traditional jewelry, including nose studs, bangles, bracelets, and a necklace, reflecting the rich cultural heritage that was brought to the Caribbean through the Indian indentured labor system. The sugar industry played a significant role in the history of Trinidad and the wider Caribbean region, with the demand for labor leading to the importation of enslaved Africans and later, Indian indentured laborers. The East Indians, who arrived primarily between 1845 and 1917, brought with them their unique customs, languages, and religious practices, contributing to the diverse cultural tapestry of the Caribbean. Despite the challenges and hardships faced by the East Indian community in the Caribbean, their resilience and ability to preserve their traditions are evident in this photograph. The woman's proud and confident demeanor speaks to the strength and determination of the East Indian community in the face of adversity. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the complex history of the Caribbean and the rich cultural heritage that continues to shape the region today. It also highlights the importance of preserving and celebrating the stories and experiences of marginalized communities, whose contributions have often been overlooked or erased from mainstream historical narratives.
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