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West Street, Tory Island (b / w photo)
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West Street, Tory Island (b / w photo)
2794802 West Street, Tory Island (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: West Street, Tory Island. Illustration for Pictorial Scotland and Ireland (Cassell, c 1895).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23133614
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Donegal Principal West Street Tory Island
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This photograph, titled "West Street, Tory Island" takes us back in time to the 19th century. Captured by an English photographer whose name remains unknown, this print is now part of a private collection. The image portrays West Street on Tory Island, located off the coast of Donegal in Ireland. The street appears worn and weathered, reflecting the harsh realities of life for its inhabitants during that era. Poverty seems to be prevalent here, as evidenced by the dilapidated buildings lining both sides of the street. Despite the evident hardships faced by its residents, there is a certain charm emanating from this snapshot frozen in time. The simplicity and authenticity captured within these frames transport us to a different world altogether. It is worth noting that this particular print was featured as an illustration in Pictorial Scotland and Ireland (Cassell, c 1895), showcasing its historical significance. The photographer's keen eye for detail allows viewers today to glimpse into a past long gone. Through photography's lens, we are granted access to moments otherwise lost forever. This mesmerizing image serves as a reminder of our shared humanity and how even amidst poverty and struggle, beauty can still be found within everyday life on West Street, Tory Island.
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