Yams & Canes taken to market - Constant Spring Road, Jamaica
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Yams & Canes taken to market - Constant Spring Road, Jamaica
Yams taken to market by women (baskets carried on the head) along with canes transported by a solitary donkey - Constant Spring Road, Jamaica Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11580601
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Baskets Canes Carried Carries Carry Constant Donkey Jamaica Jamaican Solitary Spring Transported Transporting Yams
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural Jamaican life in the 1910s, as women laden with baskets of yams balanced precariously on their heads make their way to market along Constant Spring Road. The vibrant colors of their traditional clothing and the rich earth tones of the yams contrast sharply with the dusty, sun-baked road. A solitary donkey, its back loaded with canes, plods along behind, adding to the scene of bustling trade and transportation. The women's determined expressions and the donkey's weary gait speak to the hard work and perseverance required to bring their goods to market. This image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the daily life and traditions of Jamaican farmers and traders during a time when agriculture played a central role in the country's economy. The scene is one of color and activity, as the women and donkey make their way to the marketplace to sell their crops and exchange goods with their fellow villagers. The photograph's historical significance lies in its depiction of a moment in time that has long since passed, yet continues to shape the cultural identity of Jamaica and its people. The image invites us to reflect on the resilience and resourcefulness of those who came before us, and the enduring traditions that continue to thrive in this vibrant and colorful country.
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