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Rice Plant - sifting the husks and grinding the rice
Chinese sifting from the husks and grinding the rice, some of the end product being bought back to England for rice-flour and added to wheat to make bread. Date: 1833
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1833 Export Kiang Rice Sifting Husks
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This evocative image captures the intricate process of rice production in China during the 19th century. The scene unfolds along the banks of the Kiang River, where women are meticulously sifting through freshly harvested rice husks. The husks are carefully separated from the grains, which will later be ground into rice flour. The rice flour was a valuable commodity in China, but it also held great significance in Europe, particularly in England. The rice plant, a staple crop in Asian agriculture, is depicted here in its raw form, ready to be transformed into a sustenance that would feed millions. The women, dressed in traditional Chinese attire, work in unison, their focus unwavering as they sift through the husks. The backdrop of the serene Kiang River adds a sense of tranquility to the scene, as the gentle current flows by. This photograph, taken in 1833, offers a glimpse into the daily life of rural China during a time when the world was becoming increasingly interconnected through trade. The rice produced here was not only consumed locally but also exported to other parts of Asia and Europe. The rice flour, when combined with wheat, was used to make bread in England, reflecting the cultural exchange and interconnectedness that characterized the 19th century. The vibrant yellow grains of rice, a symbol of prosperity and abundance in Chinese culture, are a stark contrast to the earthy tones of the husks and the muted greens of the surrounding vegetation. This image, with its rich historical context, invites us to reflect on the intricacies of global food systems and the interconnectedness of communities across continents.
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