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Mending fishing nets, Broughty Ferry, Dundee
Mending fishing nets, Broughty Ferry, Dundee, Victorian period
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Dundee Ferry Mending Nets Broughty
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This evocative Victorian-era photograph captures the quiet, rhythmic labor of mending fishing nets in the quaint coastal town of Broughty Ferry, Dundee, Scotland. The image transports us back in time to an era when the sea provided livelihoods for countless communities, and the simple act of mending nets was a vital part of ensuring the continued success of the local fishing industry. The scene is set against a backdrop of the rugged Scottish coastline, with the North Sea crashing against the rocks in the distance. A group of men, dressed in heavy, waterproof clothing, are gathered around a wooden table, meticulously mending and repairing the intricate weave of their fishing nets. The lantern casts a warm, yellow glow over the scene, illuminating the workers and their tools, while the dimly lit surroundings add to the sense of intimacy and focus. The vintage photograph, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a poignant reminder of the hard work and dedication required to make a living from the sea. The Edwardian-era image invites us to reflect on the importance of community, tradition, and the resilience of those who lived and worked along the Scottish coastline during this period. As we gaze at this beautifully preserved image, we are transported back to a simpler time, where the daily rituals of mending fishing nets were an essential part of the rhythm of life in Broughty Ferry, Dundee.
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