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Lakeland Shepherd
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Lakeland Shepherd
A shepherd and his dog rounding up sheep in Cumberland in the English Lake District. The shining waters of Lake Loweswater are on the left of the photograph. Date: 1930s
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Cumberland Lakeland Rounding Sheep Sheepdog Shepherd Shining Waters Loweswater
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This evocative photograph captures the timeless scene of a Lakeland Shepherd and his loyal border collie dog at work in the English Lake District during the 1930s. The shepherd, dressed in traditional woolen attire, skillfully guides his flock of sheep along a dry-stone wall, their white forms contrasting against the lush, green landscape. To their left, the shining waters of Lake Loweswater reflect the clear blue sky and the rolling hills that surround the scene. The shepherd's intense focus and the alertness of his dog are a testament to the deep bond between man and animal in rural farming communities. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the pastoral way of life that once defined the rural landscapes of Britain. The photograph's composition, with the wall leading the viewer's eye through the scene and the lake adding a sense of depth and tranquility, makes it a beautiful and enduring representation of the Lakeland Shepherd at work in the English Lake District.
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