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TOBACCO WAREHOUSE, 1775. English colonists at a dockside tobacco warehouse on the Chesapeake. Cartouche, English, 1775, from an engraved version of the map of Virginia drawn in 1751 by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson
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TOBACCO WAREHOUSE, 1775. English colonists at a dockside tobacco warehouse on the Chesapeake. Cartouche, English, 1775, from an engraved version of the map of Virginia drawn in 1751 by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson
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1751 1775 Barrel Bradley Smith Calligraphy Cartouche Chesapeake Bay Colonial Commerce Crop Dedication Dock Harbor Jefferson Joshua Planter South East Tobacco Trade Typeface Virginia Virginian Ware House Wharf Chesapeake
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This print titled "Tobacco Warehouse, 1775" takes us back to a significant moment in American history. The image showcases English colonists bustling around a dockside tobacco warehouse on the Chesapeake Bay. It is an engraved version of the map of Virginia drawn by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson in 1751. In this scene, we witness the heart of colonial trade and commerce as men diligently work to process and transport barrels filled with tobacco, one of America's most valuable crops at that time. The atmosphere is alive with activity, showcasing the vibrant maritime industry that thrived along the Chesapeake. The cartouche featured in this print adds an artistic touch to the historical significance it holds. With its elegant calligraphy and intricate design, it symbolizes dedication to documenting and preserving important geographical information about Virginia. As we delve into this image, we are transported back to a time when tobacco played a crucial role in shaping both local economies and international trade routes. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into the lives of those who labored tirelessly as planters in South East America during this era. With its rich detail and impeccable craftsmanship captured by Bradley Smith for Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, this print serves as a visual reminder of our nation's past while honoring those who contributed to its growth.
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