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Romania: Cornea, Peasant woman (b / w photo)
6017301 Romania: Cornea, Peasant woman (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cornea, Peasant woman. Illustration for Rumanien, Landschaft, Bauten, Volksleben, by Kurt Hielscher (F A Brockhaus, 1933). Gravure printed.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 25149744
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Nineteen Romania Romanian Romanians Roumania 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Art Photographer C European Economic Community C European Union Cornea Daguerrotype Hielscher Kurt 1881 1948 Kurt Hielscher Nineteen Thirties Photographing Photography Art Press Photographer The Photographer Years 1930 Years 30 Years Thirty
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This print captures the essence of rural Romania in the 1930s. Titled "Cornea, Peasant Woman" it was taken by German photographer Kurt Hielscher and is now part of a private collection. The image showcases a weathered yet dignified peasant woman named Cornea, who represents the resilience and strength of Romanian villagers during that era. The photograph was originally published as an illustration for Hielscher's book "Rumanien, Landschaft, Bauten, Volksleben" (Romania: Landscape, Buildings, Folk Life) in 1933. It is a gravure print that beautifully highlights the textures and details of Cornea's face and traditional attire. Hielscher's work often focused on capturing the cultural heritage and landscapes of various European countries. In this particular image, he successfully portrays both the beauty and hardships faced by rural communities in Romania. As we gaze at this portrait from nearly a century ago, we are transported to a time when life was simpler but far from easy. This photo serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of ordinary people who have shaped their nations' histories through hard work and perseverance. Through its timeless appeal, this photograph reminds us of our shared humanity across borders and cultures. It offers us an opportunity to reflect on our own roots while appreciating the rich diversity found within Europe's past.
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