Canvas Print : Peat Man & Irish Cottage
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Peat Man & Irish Cottage
A man delivering peat in a basket to a typical Irish cottage, watched by a little boy and two women in the doorway. Date: October 1938
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Media ID 14100410
© Mary Evans Picture Library
1938 Cottage Delivering Doorway Eire Peat Regional Typical Watched
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the charm of Ireland into your home with our stunning Canvas Print of 'Peat Man & Irish Cottage' by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image from October 1938 depicts a traditional scene of a man delivering peat to a quaint Irish cottage, as two women and a curious little boy look on from the doorway. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this iconic photograph. Perfect for adding a touch of Irish heritage to any room in your home."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a moment in time from the rural heartland of Ireland during the autumnal month of October 1938. The photograph depicts a man in traditional attire, balancing a heavy basket of peat on his back, as he approaches a quintessential Irish cottage. The scene is watched intently by two women and a curious little boy, who peer out from the doorway of the humble abode. Peat, a natural fuel derived from decomposed plant matter, was a staple energy source for many rural communities in Ireland and other parts of Europe during the 1930s. The man in the photograph is likely a local peat deliveryman, making his rounds to ensure that families had ample fuel to heat their homes during the colder months. The Irish cottage, with its thatched roof and whitewashed walls, stands as a symbol of the region's rich cultural heritage. The simple yet charming architecture is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the people who lived there. The little boy, dressed in a knitted jumper and woolen hat, gazes in wonder at the man's arrival. His expression reflects a sense of excitement and anticipation, as he watches the daily ritual of peat delivery unfold before his eyes. The women in the doorway, their faces weathered by the elements, share a knowing smile, as they go about their daily chores. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a simpler time when life moved at a slower pace and the rhythms of the natural world shaped the daily lives of people in rural Ireland. The enduring image of the man, the cottage, and the little boy, frozen in time, serves as a poignant reminder of the beauty and resilience of the human spirit.
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