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Fine Art Print : Sampling the Maryland oyster catch, 1800s
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Sampling the Maryland oyster catch, 1800s
Oyster buyer tasting a sample on the dock in Baltimore, Maryland, 1880s.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illusttration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5885543
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1880s America Boat Business Cargo Chesapeake Bay Commerce Commercial Fishing Dock Fish Fisheries Fisherman Fishing Food Labor Labour Maritime Market Maryland Sail Boat Sea Food Trade Transportation Wharf Work Baltimore Fishing Fleet Fresh Fish Oyster Oyster Boat Shell Fish
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an enchanting 19th-century illustration of an oyster buyer delicately sampling a catch from the Maryland waters. This captivating hand-colored woodcut, sourced from the North Wind Picture Archives, transports you to the bustling docks of Baltimore in the 1800s. Add a touch of history and charm to your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print, a timeless piece that tells a story of the past.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.8cm x 50.8cm (14.5" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This hand-colored woodcut print takes us back to the bustling dock of Baltimore, Maryland in the 1880s. The image showcases a pivotal moment in American maritime history - an oyster buyer sampling the Maryland oyster catch. In this snapshot of time, we witness a scene filled with vibrant activity and rich heritage. A seasoned fisherman stands on a weathered dock, surrounded by crates brimming with freshly caught seafood. With his experienced eye and discerning palate, he carefully tastes a sample from one of the prized oysters. The illustration transports us to an era when fishing was not just a trade but also an integral part of American culture and economy. The sailboats moored nearby hint at the importance of transportation in connecting these succulent treasures from Chesapeake Bay to markets far and wide. Every element in this artwork tells its own story - from the hardworking laborers unloading cargo to the bustling market where buyers eagerly await their share of Maryland's finest shellfish. As we gaze upon this vintage masterpiece, it serves as a reminder that our nation's history is deeply intertwined with its natural resources. This print captures both the beauty of America's coastal landscapes and pays homage to those who dedicated their lives to sustainably harvesting these bountiful waters. With each glance at this historic depiction, we are transported back through time, reliving moments that shaped our nation's culinary traditions and reminding us of our connection to North America's vast oceans.
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