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Photographic Print : Tools used in roof thatching, West Country, UK
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Tools used in roof thatching, West Country, UK
Tools used in roof thatching in the West Country, UK. Date: circa 1960s
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Media ID 23361896
© Mary Evans Picture Library/ANDREW BESLEY
Blade Blades Cutting Handle Handles Roof Roofing Skill Skills Straw Thatch Thatcher Thatching Tool Tools
10"x8" Photo Print
Add a touch of history and charm to your home decor with our exquisite photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the West Country, UK of the 1960s, where traditional roof thatching techniques are on full display. Witness the dedication and craftsmanship as skilled artisans wield their tools, expertly shaping and securing thatch to the roofs of quaint cottages. This evocative print not only makes a stunning centerpiece but also serves as a testament to the rich heritage and resilience of the past. Bring the beauty of the West Country into your living space and relive the charm of a bygone era.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.6cm x 25.4cm (7.3" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, we witness the time-honored craft of thatching in the West Country of England during the 1960s. The scene unfolds before us as a thatcher, dressed in traditional attire, meticulously works on a quintessential English roof, its wooden beams and straw thatch a testament to the region's rich architectural heritage. The thatcher's hands, calloused from years of experience, deftly maneuver the various tools spread out around him. The tools, a symphony of wooden handles and sharp blades, are essential to the intricate process of roof thatching. The long-handled rake, with its curved teeth, is used to evenly distribute the straw, while the adze, with its sharp blade, shapes and smooths the thatch. The billhook, with its curved blade, cuts the straw to size, and the mallet, with its flat head, secures the thatch to the roof's framework. The thatcher's skill and dedication to his trade are evident in the precision and care he brings to each stroke. The tools, each with a unique purpose, are an extension of his hands, allowing him to create a watertight, insulating, and beautiful roof that has stood the test of time. The West Country's thatching tradition, passed down through generations, continues to thrive, thanks to the unwavering commitment of skilled craftsmen like this thatcher and the essential tools they wield. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into a bygone era, a time when traditional skills and craftsmanship were the cornerstone of the building trade.
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