This antique stereoview card transports you to Almoraima, southern Spain, capturing a unique agricultural scene from the early 20th century. The vivid 3D image, published by the renowned Underwood & Underwood, shows a grove of cork oaks, some partially stripped of their bark, with cattle grazing nearby. In the foreground, a young boy is depicted carrying a basket of cork material on his head, illustrating the traditional methods of cork harvesting. The detail on this stereograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the industry and rural life of Spain during this era.The reverse side of the stereoview provides extensive descriptive text, titled \"Geography—Almoraima is a village about fourteen miles northeast of Algeciras in the southern part of Spain.\" It further elaborates on \"Products and Industries—Agriculture—We are now in the heart of the cork producing country of the world. Here we can see the first stages in the production of cork.\" The text details the process of stripping bark from cork oak trees, the age of the trees for harvesting, and the uses of cork. It also mentions the operation takes place during July and August and describes the two cuts made around the stem. This comprehensive information enriches the historical context of the view, making it a valuable piece for collectors of stereoviews, historical photography, and those interested in Spanish culture or agricultural history.
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