Bagging cotton-seed meal oil extracted Georgia

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Bagging cotton-seed meal oil extracted Georgia

Bagging cotton-seed meal after oil has been extracted, Georgia, U.S.A; Underwood & Underwood (American, 1881 - 1940s); about 1899; Gelatin silver print;

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1881 1899 1940s Gelatin Silver Georgia Meal Extracted

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph from the Liszt Collection takes us back to the year 1899 in Georgia, USA. The image showcases a crucial step in the cotton industry - bagging cotton-seed meal after extracting its precious oil. Underwood & Underwood, an American photography studio renowned for their documentary work during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, captured this moment with great precision. The composition of the photo is strikingly simple yet powerful. In a dimly lit warehouse, workers are diligently filling large burlap sacks with cotton-seed meal. Their hands move swiftly as they scoop up the fine grains that remain after extracting valuable oil from these seeds. The texture of the meal creates an interesting contrast against their worn-out clothes and weathered skin. This snapshot offers a glimpse into an era when agriculture played a vital role in shaping local economies across America's southern states. It serves as a reminder of how labor-intensive industries like cotton production relied on human effort to process raw materials efficiently. Through this gelatin silver print, we can almost hear the rustling sound of bags being filled and smell hints of earthy aroma lingering in the air. It transports us back to a time when hard work was essential for survival and prosperity. As we admire this historical photograph, let us appreciate not only its artistic value but also acknowledge those who dedicated themselves to such demanding tasks that contributed significantly to our industrial development.

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