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Rural Italian Woman and Child - Traditional costume
Rural Woman and Child from Abruzzo, Southern Italy - Traditional costume with distinctive copper bowls. Date: circa 1907
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Media ID 14251038
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Amphora Apron Balances Balancing Bowl Copper Corset Distinctive Embroidered Mar17 Southern Abruzzo
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the enchanting "Rural Italian Woman and Child" poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of Southern Italy, circa 1907. The vivid photograph captures the essence of rural life, as a traditional Italian woman in her beautiful, intricately embroidered costume cradles her cherubic child. The distinctive copper bowls add an authentic touch to this scene, evoking the rich history and culture of Abruzzo. Bring a piece of timeless Italian beauty into your home or office with this captivating poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.8cm x 76.8cm (19.2" x 30.2")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in Southern Italy around the turn of the twentieth century. The image features a traditional Italian woman from Abruzzo, a region known for its rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty. Dressed in the intricately embroidered costume typical of the region, she cradles her young son in one arm while delicately balancing a large copper bowl on her head with the other. The distinctive copper bowls, or amphorae, were once used for carrying water or other household items, and their use in traditional Italian costumes is a testament to the practicality and resourcefulness of rural communities. The woman's costume is a stunning example of the intricate and ornate designs that characterized Italian rural dress during this period. Her corseted bodice is adorned with intricate floral patterns, while her full, voluminous skirt is held in place by a wide, embroidered apron. Her head is adorned with a traditional headdress, and she wears a pair of simple, flat sandals on her feet. Despite the heavy burden she carries, the woman's expression is serene and calm, reflecting the strength and resilience of rural Italian women who, for generations, have worked the land and raised their families in the beautiful, yet challenging, landscape of Southern Italy. This photograph is a precious reminder of a bygone era, and a testament to the enduring beauty and richness of Italian rural traditions.
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