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Fine Art Print : Swill makers, Backbarrow, lake District
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Swill makers, Backbarrow, lake District
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Media ID 32380414
© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, featuring the captivating scene of Swill Makers at Backbarrow in the Lake District. This timeless image, available through Media Storehouse in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a bygone era with its intriguing depiction of traditional rural life. The rich details and authentic textures of this photograph are beautifully preserved in our high-quality prints, making it a stunning addition to any home or office space. Bring history to life with this captivating piece of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 34cm (21" x 13.4")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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This vintage photograph, titled "Swill Makers, Backbarrow, Lake District," is a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The image, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a group of local residents engaged in the traditional practice of swill collecting in the picturesque village of Backbarrow, nestled in the heart of the Lake District. Swill, a term used for the residual food waste from breweries and other industries, was a valuable resource for rural communities during this time. The villagers would collect the swill and use it to feed their pigs, providing an essential source of sustenance and income. In this photograph, we see a woman skillfully carrying a large, woven basket filled with swill, while her companion holds a lantern, illuminating their path in the early morning hours. The scene is further enhanced by the atmospheric mist that blankets the landscape, adding a sense of mystery and intrigue. The image captures the raw beauty of the Lake District, with its rolling hills, stone walls, and quaint cottages, providing a stark contrast to the industrious nature of the swill makers' work. This photograph is an invaluable record of a bygone era, offering a unique insight into the daily lives and struggles of rural communities during the Victorian and Edwardian periods. It serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of our ancestors, who found ways to thrive in even the most challenging of circumstances.
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