CALIFORNIA: RAISIN CURING. Raisin-curing in California by Chinese labor. Wood engraving, 1891
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CALIFORNIA: RAISIN CURING. Raisin-curing in California by Chinese labor. Wood engraving, 1891
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Media ID 7543865
1891 California Chinese Coolie Coolie Hat Cultivation Curing Field Grape Harvest Immigrant Medicinal Raisin
California - Raisin Curing - A Glimpse into the Late 19th Century Chinese Laborers' Contribution to American Agriculture
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This wood engraving from 1891, titled "California: Raisin Curing" offers a fascinating insight into the cultivation and harvest of raisins in California by Chinese labor. The image showcases a group of hardworking Chinese immigrants toiling diligently in the fields under the warm Californian sun. The scene depicts these dedicated workers wearing traditional coolie hats as they carefully tend to grape vines, skillfully selecting and curing grapes for raisin production. Their expertise in this specialized technique played an instrumental role in establishing California's reputation as a leading producer of high-quality raisins during that era. Notably, this artwork sheds light on the significant contributions made by immigrant communities, such as these industrious Chinese laborers, who played an integral part in shaping America's agricultural landscape. Despite facing numerous challenges and prejudices at that time, their dedication and knowledge helped propel California's grape industry forward. Beyond its economic significance, this print also highlights the cultural exchange between East and West during this period. It serves as a reminder of how different cultures came together through shared practices like medicinal cultivation techniques. Preserved by The Granger Collection, this historical artifact invites us to reflect upon our past while appreciating the immense impact made by those whose efforts often went unrecognized.
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