Fine Art Print : Making St. Brigids Crosses of Straw. Toome
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Making St. Brigids Crosses of Straw. Toome
Making St. Brigids Crosses of Straw. Toome - a view of a man and boy outside a thatched cottage, the man is making St Brigids crosses of straw. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Toome). Date: circa early 1900s
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Media ID 14365251
© National Museums NI / Mary Evans
Antrim Cottage Crosses Straw Thatched Toome
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the enchanting tradition of St. Brigid's Crosses into your home with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image captures the moment of creation as a man and boy craft their crosses of straw outside a quaint thatched cottage in Toome, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Experience the rich history and culture of this ancient Celtic custom with this beautiful, rights-managed print. Perfect for adding a touch of Irish charm to any room or as a thoughtful gift.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.2cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 photograph, taken in the early 1900s in the picturesque village of Toome in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, offers a glimpse into the past as a man and a young boy engage in the traditional craft of making St. Brigid's crosses of straw. The idyllic setting of the thatched cottage, with its distinctive curved roof and whitewashed walls, serves as the perfect backdrop for this timeless scene. The man, dressed in a simple work shirt and trousers, skillfully weaves the straw into intricate patterns, creating the iconic crosses that have been a part of Irish culture for centuries. The boy, with a look of wonder and fascination, watches intently, no doubt learning the techniques of this cherished craft from his elder. St. Brigid's crosses, believed to ward off evil spirits and bring blessings, have been a symbol of the Irish people for over a thousand years. Traditionally, they were made from rushes or straw, often in the shape of a cross, and placed in homes, barns, and fields. The image of the man and boy outside the thatched cottage in Toome, engaged in the age-old tradition of making St. Brigid's crosses of straw, is a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage that continues to thrive in Northern Ireland. This photograph not only captures the essence of a bygone era but also highlights the importance of preserving and passing down traditions from one generation to the next.
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