Fine Art Print : Irish Peat Carriers early 1900s
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Irish Peat Carriers early 1900s
Irish Peat Carriers early 1900s Date: circa 1900s
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Media ID 32370640
© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Carriers Crofting Cutting Peat
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Irish Peat Carriers fine art print from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, available now at Media Storehouse. This captivating image, dating back to the early 1900s, transports you to a bygone era with its authentic depiction of Irish peat carriers at work. The intricate details and rich colors bring the past to life, making this a stunning addition to any home or office space. Order your Irish Peat Carriers fine art print today and let history come alive in your living room.
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 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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, hailing from the early 1900s, transports us back in time to the heart of rural Ireland, where the daily struggle for survival was a shared experience among its inhabitants. The image, taken from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a group of Irish peat carriers, both men and women, engaged in the arduous task of cutting and loading peat turfs onto a cart. Peat, a fossil fuel derived from decomposed plant matter, was a primary energy source for heating homes and cooking meals in Ireland during this era. The process of extracting and transporting this valuable resource was a labor-intensive endeavor, often requiring entire families to work together to ensure their basic needs were met. The women in this photograph, dressed in traditional Victorian and Edwardian attire, demonstrate the resilience and determination that was essential for surviving in these conditions. The lantern held aloft by one of the women highlights the importance of light in the often dimly lit peat cutting environment. The scene is reminiscent of the crofting and farming communities that dotted the Irish countryside during this period. These communities were characterized by their self-sufficiency and strong sense of community, as neighbors relied on one another to help with the harvest, animal husbandry, and other essential tasks. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the hardships and challenges faced by the Irish people during the early 1900s, while also showcasing their unwavering spirit and resourcefulness in the face of adversity.
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