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Oyster dredging, between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
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Oyster dredging, between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Oyster dredging, between 1900 and 1910
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1910 Aquatic Life Dredging Fishing Fishing Boat Fishing Boats Fishing Industry Oyster Oyster Fishing Oysters Shellfish Company Detroit Publishing Detroit Publishing Co Detroit Publishing Company Dry Plate Negative Glass 8 X 10 In Edwin H Husher Oyster Boat William A Livingstone
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This photograph, titled 'Oyster dredging, between 1900 and 1910,' offers a glimpse into the rich history of the American fishing industry during the early 20th century. The image, captured on a dry plate glass negative of size 8 x 10 inches, depicts several oyster boats anchored in a shallow body of water. The boats, with their distinctive tall masts and large sails, are busily engaged in the labor-intensive process of oyster dredging. The men aboard the boats can be seen working in unison, pulling up heavy nets filled with oysters, which are then emptied onto the deck for sorting and cleaning. The oysters, a staple of American cuisine, were a valuable commodity during this era, and the industry thrived due to the high demand for these succulent mollusks. The photograph, held in the Library of Congress, is a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of the fishermen who braved the elements to provide for their communities. The boats, with their sails billowing in the wind, add to the dynamic and picturesque scene, making it an invaluable piece of American heritage art. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, likely from the Detroit Publishing Company or a similar organization, captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing the importance of the fishing industry in the United States during the early 1900s. The image, with its timeless quality, continues to captivate viewers and transport us back to a simpler time in American history.
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