A Corner in a Co. Antrim Farmhouse, Toome
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A Corner in a Co. Antrim Farmhouse, Toome
A Corner in a Co. Antrim Farmhouse, Toome - a view of a draped bed and spinning wheel in the corner of a farmhouse. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Londonderry: Toomebridge). Date: circa early 1900s
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Antrim Corner Draped Farmhouse Londonderry Spinning Toome Toomebridge Wheel
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A Corners of Time: The Quiet Intimacy of a Co. Antrim Farmhouse, Toome (circa early 1900s) In this evocative photograph, we are transported back in time to a quiet corner of a Co. Antrim farmhouse in Toome, Northern Ireland (County Londonderry, Toomebridge). The image captures the simple yet profound beauty of rural life in the early 1900s. The scene is set by the warm, natural light filtering through the window, casting a gentle glow on the worn wooden floorboards and the timeworn walls adorned with faded floral wallpaper. In the corner, a large, draped bed invites us to imagine the comfort and solace it once provided to its occupants. The intricately patterned quilt, layered with soft linens, speaks of the skillful hands that crafted it, while the plump pillows and inviting blankets beckon us to rest. The presence of the spinning wheel adds a sense of industry and purpose to the scene. The woman who once sat here, her fingers deftly working the treadle, would have transformed raw wool into precious yarn, weaving the fabric of life for her family. The wheel, now still, is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the women who kept the household running. As we gaze upon this corner of the farmhouse, we are reminded of the simple pleasures and the quiet strength that once defined rural life. The passage of time, marked by the fading wallpaper and the worn bed, invites us to reflect on the enduring beauty of the past and the rich history that continues to shape our world today.
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