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Crustacea: Turtle soup: Pearl diving: Catching turtles: Leeches: Tooth powder: Pearl buttons
Crustacea: Turtle soup: Pearl diving: Catching turtles: Leeches: Tooth powder: Pearl buttons: Crab pots: Shrimpers: Cowrie shell money: Sepia: Tortoiseshell. Hand-coloured lithograph published London c1850. From Graphic Illustrations of Animals and Their Utility to Man
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Buttons C1850 Catching Crab Crustacea Currency Diving Fishing Graphic Hand Coloured Illustrations Lithograph Medicine Money Mother Of Pearl Pearl Pots Powder Published Sepia Shell Soup Tooth Tortoiseshell Turtle Turtles Utility Cowrie Leeches Nacre Shrimpers
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This hand-coloured lithograph, published in London around 1850, showcases a fascinating array of images that depict the diverse utility of animals to mankind. The print titled "Crustacea: Turtle soup: Pearl diving: Catching turtles: Leeches: Tooth powder: Pearl buttons" offers a glimpse into various aspects of human life intertwined with nature's offerings. In this intricate artwork, we witness an amalgamation of elements ranging from food and medicine to currency and fashion. The central focus lies on the majestic turtle, symbolizing both sustenance and adventure as it is depicted being caught for its meat or sought after during pearl diving expeditions. Surrounding these scenes are illustrations representing the practicality of leeches in medical treatments and tooth powder for oral hygiene. The lithograph also highlights the significance of shells by showcasing their transformation into exquisite pearl buttons, cowrie shell money used as currency in some cultures, and tortoiseshell accessories admired for their beauty. Crab pots and shrimpers further emphasize the importance of crustaceans in fishing industries. With delicate hand-colouring techniques enhancing each detail, this image transports us back to a time when humans relied heavily on nature's resources for survival and prosperity. It serves as a visual reminder of our deep-rooted connection with animals throughout history while offering insights into how they have shaped our lives through their manifold utilities.
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