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Framed Print : Cockling, Lancashire
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Cockling, Lancashire
Cockling on the beach, Lancashire
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Head Dress Lancashire Shell Fish Tide Cockling Mud Flats
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "Cockling, Lancashire" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning photograph captures the essence of traditional coastal living, with fishermen at work on the shores of Lancashire. The natural beauty of the landscape is on full display, from the rolling waves to the golden sands and the picturesque cottages in the background. Each print is expertly framed in a contemporary style, adding a touch of sophistication to any room. Bring the charm of the British coastline into your home with this beautiful framed print. Order yours today and enjoy the timeless appeal of this captivating image.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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A Glimpse into the Past: Cockling on the Mud Flats of Lancashire, 1911 This evocative photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, as a group of women wade through the shallow waters of the Lancashire coastline, engaged in the age-old tradition of cockling. Dressed in long, voluminous skirts and protective head dresses, they navigate the treacherous mud flats with a determined resolve, their baskets balanced precariously on their heads. The tide ebbs and flows around them, its rhythmic ebb and flow a constant presence in their daily lives. Cockling, the harvesting of edible cockles from the seabed, has been a significant part of Lancashire's maritime history for centuries. The region's rich marine life, combined with its extensive coastline, made it an ideal location for this labor-intensive but rewarding activity. The women, often working in pairs, would use rakes or their bare hands to collect the cockles, taking care to avoid the many hidden hazards of the mud flats. This photograph, taken in 1911, offers a rare glimpse into the daily lives of these intrepid women. Their faces are etched with the lines of hard work and determination, their expressions reflecting the focus and dedication required to eke out a living from the sea. The scene is one of simple, honest labor, a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Lancashire. As the sun begins to set, casting a golden glow over the water, the women continue their work, the rhythmic sound of their rakes echoing across the mud flats. The tide creeps in, slowly covering the exposed seabed, and the women make their way back to the shore, their baskets full of fresh cockles. The day's work is done, but the cycle of life on the Lancashire coastline continues, as it has for generations.
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