Fine Art Print : Irish Woman Spinning
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Irish Woman Spinning
Scene inside a cottage in the west of Ireland, showing an Irish girl spinning while a pipe-smoking older woman watches a pot on the fire
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Media ID 4346000
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10214334
Cottage Craft League Older Pipe Spinning Textiles Watches Wool
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the enchanting world of Ireland's rich cultural heritage with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image of an Irish woman spinning, rights managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a quaint cottage in the west of Ireland. Witness the timeless connection between the younger generation learning the art of spinning from the wise, pipe-smoking older woman as they share stories by the fireside. Bring this heartwarming scene into your home and add a touch of Irish charm to your decor. Our Fine Art Prints are carefully curated and printed on premium quality paper to ensure vibrant colors and long-lasting beauty. Elevate your living space with this evocative piece of art that tells a story and inspires wonder.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this image of an Irish woman spinning wool by the fire in a quaint west country cottage, circa 1880. The scene takes place in the heart of rural Ireland, where the simple pleasures of life were cherished and traditional crafts such as spinning were an essential part of daily life. In the foreground, a young Irish girl sits at a wooden spinning wheel, her focus intently on the task at hand. Her deft fingers work the spindle, transforming raw wool into delicate threads. The finished yarn is carefully wound onto a bobbin, ready to be woven into fabric. In the background, an older woman, her face creased with the lines of time, tends to a pot on the open hearth. She watches the girl with a proud and approving expression, her pipe clenched between her teeth. The pipe smoke curls up towards the thatched roof, mingling with the scent of burning turf and the earthy aroma of the wool. This historical scene offers a glimpse into the industrial past of Ireland, before the advent of mass-produced textiles. The cottage industry was a vital part of the Irish economy, with wool production and weaving providing employment for many rural communities. The simple tools and techniques used in this scene have been passed down through generations, preserving the rich cultural heritage of Ireland's textile tradition. November's chill seeps in through the cracks in the cottage walls, but the warmth of the fire and the companionship of the older woman offer comfort and solace. The scene is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the Irish people, who found beauty and meaning in the simple things in life.
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