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Wet nurse feeds baby using a goat
A Cuban wet nurse feeds a baby in her care using the milk from a goat, who is actively participating in the exchange!
1907
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the unique and captivating artistry of the past with our Fine Art Print from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection. This exquisite piece, titled "A Cuban Wet Nurse," dates back to 1907 and showcases a tender moment between a wet nurse and the baby in her care. The unexpected addition of an active goat participating in the milk exchange adds an intriguing layer to this historical image. Bring the rich history and cultural depth of this vintage photograph into your home or office with our premium-quality Fine Art Print. Each print is carefully produced using museum-grade materials to ensure long-lasting beauty and vibrancy. Elevate your space with this one-of-a-kind work of art from the Media Storehouse range.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 34.1cm (21" x 13.4")
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
In this and unusual image from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection, dated back to 1907, we witness a scene that defies the conventional norms of child care and nourishment. The photograph depicts a Cuban wet nurse, seated comfortably on a wooden chair, cradling a toddler in her lap. But what sets this scene apart is the active participation of a goat in the feeding process. The goat, with its alert and curious expression, leans over the nurse and the baby, its teats extended, ready to provide nourishment. The nurse's hand gently guides the goat's udder, encouraging the flow of milk into the baby's waiting mouth. The baby, seemingly unaware of the unusual source of his meal, sucks contentedly, his tiny hand reaching out to grasp the goat's ear. This surreal scene, captured in black and white, is a testament to the resourcefulness and adaptability of people in the past. Wet nursing was a common practice during this era, especially in developing countries where mothers were unable to breastfeed their own children due to various reasons. Goats were often kept for their milk, which was used to supplement the mother's milk or in cases where the mother was unable to nurse her child. Despite its bizarre appearance, this image is a reminder of the close relationship between humans and animals, and the ways in which they have relied on each other for survival throughout history. The photograph also invites us to reflect on the unexpected and often unconventional ways in which people have cared for their children and met their basic needs. This image, with its unusual yet compelling composition, is a fascinating glimpse into the past and a reminder of the rich and complex history of child care and nourishment.
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