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Poster Print : PICKING COTTON, 1867. Field hands picking cotton on the Buena Vista cotton plantation in Clarke County, Alabama. Colored engraving, 1867
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PICKING COTTON, 1867. Field hands picking cotton on the Buena Vista cotton plantation in Clarke County, Alabama. Colored engraving, 1867
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Media ID 7505313
1867 Buena Vista Cotton Farm Farmer Farming Field Harvest Latin America Mesoamerica Overseer Picking Plantation Reconstruction Rural South East
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage Picking Cotton, 1867 poster print. This captivating image from The Granger Collection, taken on the Buena Vista cotton plantation in Clarke County, Alabama, showcases field hands diligently picking cotton in an engraving dated 1867. Add a touch of history to your space with this evocative and thought-provoking piece from our Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection. Bringing the past to the present, our high-quality prints are sure to become a conversation starter and a cherished addition to any room. Order now and let the story of the past unfold in your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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PICKING COTTON, 1867 - A Glimpse into the Daily Life of Field Hands on a Southern Cotton Plantation
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. This colored engraving from 1867 transports us back in time to the Buena Vista cotton plantation in Clarke County, Alabama. The image captures a significant moment in American history during the era of Reconstruction. In this scene, we witness field hands diligently picking cotton under the scorching sun. The picture showcases an essential aspect of rural life and farming practices in the South during that period. It offers a poignant reminder of the labor-intensive nature of cotton cultivation and its deep ties to slavery's legacy. African American workers can be seen toiling away alongside their overseer, highlighting their crucial role in sustaining these plantations. The artist's attention to detail allows us to appreciate both the vastness of the fields and the individual efforts made by each worker. Their resilience is evident as they navigate row after row, gathering fluffy white bolls with care and precision. This print serves as a historical artifact that sheds light on daily life within this agricultural community while also acknowledging its complex social context. It invites contemplation about America's past and encourages reflection on how far we have come since then. Through this artwork, we are reminded not only of our shared history but also of our responsibility to ensure equality for all individuals who contribute tirelessly towards building prosperous societies worldwide.
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