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GATL2A-00027
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GATL2A-00027
Jamaicans bringing their produce to market, circa 1890.
Hand-colored halftone illustration of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5881543
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1890s Agriculture Bare Foot Basket British British Colony British Empire Burro Business Busy Caribbean Caribbean Island Carry City Colonial Colony Commerce Donkey Female Food Foot Foot Travel Fruit Jamaica Jamaican Labor Labour Native Natives Pack Animal Pedestrian Road Street Town Trade Transportation Travel Tropical Walk West Indies Woman Women Work Worker Citrus Citrus Fruit Oranges
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This photo print, titled "GATL2A-00027" takes us back to the vibrant streets of Jamaica in the late 19th century. Hand-colored with exquisite detail, it showcases Jamaicans bustling through a busy city road on their way to the market. The scene is filled with an air of tradition and history. In this vintage illustration, we witness women gracefully walking barefoot alongside donkeys carrying baskets filled with luscious citrus fruits. These hardworking individuals play a crucial role in the island's commerce and agriculture, transporting goods from town to town. The tropical backdrop adds a touch of exoticism to this snapshot of life in the West Indies during colonial times. It serves as a reminder of Jamaica's rich cultural heritage and its ties to British history. As we delve into this piece of art, we are transported not only through time but also into the heart and soul of Jamaican society at that period. The image encapsulates both labor and travel, depicting how these industrious workers navigated their way through bustling streets while carrying heavy loads. This remarkable print from North Wind Picture Archives allows us to appreciate the resilience and strength exhibited by these Jamaican natives as they contribute significantly to their community's economic growth. It stands as a testament to their unwavering spirit amidst challenging circumstances within a rapidly changing world.
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