Fine Art Print : Peat Cutting / Connemara
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Peat Cutting / Connemara
Peat cutters in a Connemara dale, Ireland
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Connemara Cutters Cutting Dale Heating Peat
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty of Ireland with our exquisite Peat Cutting / Connemara Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of Connemara's scenic dales where dedicated peat cutters ply their traditional craft. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail that bring the authentic Irish landscape right into your home or office. Elevate your space with this evocative work of art and relish the serene charm of Ireland's enchanting countryside.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 33.7cm (21" x 13.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the timeless scene of peat cutting in the rugged Connemara dale of County Galway, Ireland. The image transports us back in time to the early 20th century, as we witness the laborious process of extracting peat for heating homes and fueling fires. The landscape is characterized by its undulating hills, dotted with boulders and scattered trees, providing a stark yet beautiful backdrop to the scene. Peat cutting was a crucial industry in rural Ireland, particularly in areas like Connemara where other sources of fuel were scarce. The peat cutters, dressed in heavy coats and hats, are seen working in unison to extract the peat from the bog using shovels and wheelbarrows. Their faces are etched with determination and focus, as they labor under the watchful gaze of the overcast sky. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its depiction of a way of life that has largely disappeared with the advent of modern heating systems. The image serves as a reminder of the hardships and challenges faced by rural communities in Ireland during this period, as well as the importance of traditional industries and the natural resources that sustained them. The photograph also highlights the rich cultural heritage of Ireland, with its deep-rooted connection to the land and the natural world. The image is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the Irish people, who found innovative ways to extract fuel from the land to keep their homes warm and their families fed. This photograph is a valuable historical document, capturing a moment in time that has since been lost to the march of progress. It invites us to reflect on the past and the importance of preserving our cultural heritage for future generations.
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