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Basket Making
A man weaving willow baskets by hand
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1839 Basket Making Baskets Craft Weaving Willow
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating 'Basket Making' print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the timeless art of weaving come to life as a skilled craftsman meticulously hand-weaves intricate willow baskets. This evocative Rights Managed image transports you to a simpler time, invoking a sense of connection to nature and tradition. Perfectly suited for enhancing any home or office space, this photographic print adds warmth, depth, and character to your surroundings. Embrace the beauty and craftsmanship of this exquisite image, and let it inspire you every day.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Man Weaving Willow Baskets by Hand, 1839 This image, taken in the year 1839, showcases the artisanal skill and dedication of a man engaged in the ancient craft of basket making. The photograph, a testament to the rich history of this pre-industrial trade, depicts the weaver intently focusing on his work, his hands deftly maneuvering the supple willow rods to create the intricate patterns and shapes that define this timeless craft. Basket making, an essential human activity since antiquity, has its roots deep in the history of mankind. From the earliest civilizations to the present day, baskets have served as functional and decorative objects, used for carrying, storing, and transporting a myriad of goods. The use of willow as a primary material for basketry can be traced back to the pre-Roman era, with evidence of its use found in archaeological sites across Europe. The man in this photograph, with his weathered hands and furrowed brow, embodies the tradition and heritage of this ancient craft. His simple tools and raw materials - the willow rods, a knife, and his own hands - are a stark reminder of the ingenuity and resourcefulness of our ancestors. The scene, set against a backdrop of nature, further emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between man and the natural world, as the weaver transforms the humble willow into a beautiful and functional basket. This photograph, a precious document of a bygone era, invites us to reflect on the importance of preserving the rich cultural heritage of traditional crafts like basket making. It serves as a reminder that, even in an increasingly industrialized world, the value of handcrafted objects and the skills of the artisans who create them continue to endure.
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