Sawing timber, Manchuria, China

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Sawing timber, Manchuria, China

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Manchuria Sawing Timber

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This vintage image, titled 'Sawing Timber, Manchuria, China,' transports us back in time to an era of simplicity and raw, manual labor. The photograph, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a group of workers in Manchuria, China, meticulously sawing timber. The scene is set against a backdrop of a serene, forested landscape, with the sun casting dappled light through the trees. The workers, dressed in traditional clothing, are focused intently on their task, their expressions reflecting the determination and grit required for such labor-intensive work. The foreground is dominated by a large, wooden saw, its blade glinting in the sunlight as it slices through the timber. A lantern, perhaps used to illuminate the work area during long hours, rests nearby. The image exudes an air of nostalgia and early 20th-century charm. The absence of modern machinery and technology adds to the sense of timelessness, transporting us to a world that seems far removed from our present-day reality. The use of monochrome tones further enhances the vintage aesthetic, adding depth and texture to the image. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing us with a window into the lives of workers in Manchuria during the early 1900s. It is a poignant reminder of the human spirit and the resilience required to overcome the challenges of manual labor, set against the backdrop of the natural beauty of the Manchurian forest.

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