1945 Women Divers Mikimoto Pearl Farm Japan 9x7 Original Rare Press Photo

Description: An original 9x7" vintage press photo from the archives of the Star Tribune Newspaper in Minnpeaolis, Minneapolis. Professionally packaged in a rigid mailer for safe delivery.Photo OverviewWomen divers work in Mikimoto's pearl oyster farms in Japan, capturing oysters from the sea. The image focuses on a group of women, adeptly maneuvering through the water using traditional barrels for collecting oysters. This photograph captures a moment from the mid-20th century, depicting the strength and skill of female divers in this unique maritime profession.The Mikimoto pearl farms in Japan are renowned for their innovation in cultured pearls, revolutionizing the pearl industry at the time. Women were often employed as divers because of their superior endurance and ability to withstand cold temperatures underwater. This practice is part of a long tradition of female divers in Japan, known as Ama, who have been diving for pearls and seafood for over 2,000 years.Text PresentTyped/printed clipping:"Women dive for some of 3,000,000 oysters bred each year on Mikimoto’s farms in Jap waters. As divers, women are superior to men, because they stand immersion better."Stamped text:"MINNEAPOLIS SUNDAY TRIBUNE PAGE 3 COPY DATE Dec 1 45 _ _ 54"Handwritten annotations:There is a scribble and what looks like the number "2" circled.Condition: Photo from a working archive. May contain notes, marks, labels, clippings, and/or retouching by the staff at the time of publication. May contain issues associated with time, age, and use. Please see images for scans.

Price: 45 USD

Location: Carlsbad, California

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