Prawning Possibly 1888 - 1891

"Prawning" is a black and white photograph taken by B. Gay Wilkinson between 1888 and 1891. The photograph depicts a man on the rocky shore, possibly a fisherman, holding a prawn net with a basket strapped to his back. The man is hunched over, focused on the task at hand. The image evokes the hard work and dedication of coastal communities who relied on fishing for their livelihood. Wilkinson's photograph, currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, is a poignant reminder of the everyday lives of working people.