Kitchen of a food cannery, c1870
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Kitchen of a food cannery, c1870
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Media ID 14843821
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Canned Food Canning Cookery Cooking Food Industry Food Preservation Kitchen Oven Tinned Food Ann Ronan Pictures Cannery Wood Engraving
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the bustling kitchen of a food cannery. The scene is filled with activity as workers diligently go about their tasks, ensuring the preservation of food through canning. The image showcases an array of fascinating elements that define this era's food industry. A large oven stands prominently in the center, emanating warmth and providing a vital tool for cooking. Surrounding it are workers engaged in various stages of food preparation - chopping vegetables, stirring pots, and carefully monitoring temperatures. The wood engraving technique used to create this print adds depth and texture to every detail captured within its frame. The monochrome palette further enhances the historical ambiance, allowing us to appreciate the intricate patterns on aprons and glimpses of worn utensils hanging on walls. As we observe this snapshot from another time, we are reminded of how far our methods have evolved since then. Yet, there is also something timeless about witnessing people working together towards a common goal – nourishing others through preserved sustenance. This remarkable piece by an unknown creator serves as both a visual record and an artistic expression of an essential aspect of human civilization – our ability to innovate in order to sustain ourselves. It invites contemplation on the ingenuity required for such endeavors while honoring those who dedicated their lives to perfecting these techniques centuries ago.
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