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Girls with baskets full of the spring flower harvest ( narcissi ) at Mousehole
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Girls with baskets full of the spring flower harvest ( narcissi ) at Mousehole
Girls with baskets full of the spring flower harvest ( narcissi ) at Mousehole, Cornwall
1929
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Media ID 11035824
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Adults Basket Baskets Daffodils Field Flowers Girls Pickers Women Alfieri Europeana Narcissi Spring Flower
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph taken in 1929, we are transported to the picturesque village of Mousehole in Cornwall. The image showcases a group of young girls, their baskets brimming with the vibrant spring flower harvest known as narcissi or daffodils. Their joyful expressions and lively postures reflect the excitement of this annual tradition. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to the scene, emphasizing the simplicity and beauty of nature's bounty. These women, dressed in traditional attire for their work in the fields, exude strength and resilience as they gather these delicate blooms. As we gaze upon this snapshot from a bygone era, we can almost feel ourselves standing amidst that lush field alongside these pickers. It serves as a reminder of simpler times when communities relied on one another for sustenance and shared moments like these brought them closer together. This remarkable piece by Alfieri captures not only an enchanting moment but also preserves a glimpse into history. It is through photographs like these that we can appreciate how our ancestors lived and worked harmoniously with nature. Let us cherish such images as windows into our past while celebrating the enduring beauty found within each season's blossoms.
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