Framed Print : Laundry Brittany
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Laundry Brittany
Washing clothes at Douarnenez, Bretagne
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Media ID 588319
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1892 Bretagne Brittany Douarnenez House Hold Laundry Regional Washin G
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Laundry Brittany" Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite print showcases a timeless moment of daily life in Brittany, France, as a woman washes clothes by the shore of Douarnenez in Bretagne. The rich, vivid colors and intricate details of this evocative image are sure to add a touch of European charm to any room in your home or office. Our high-quality framed prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the beauty and authenticity of the original artwork, making each piece a unique and treasured addition to your space. Bring the enchanting world of Mary Evans Picture Library into your home with the "Laundry Brittany" Framed Print, available now at Media Storehouse.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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, titled "Laundry Brittany: Washing at Douarnenez, Bretagne," captures a moment in time from the late 19th century in the picturesque coastal town of Douarnenez, located in the Brittany region of France. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life and household routines of the people who once called this place home. The photograph features a woman, dressed in traditional Breton attire, standing at a large stone basin filled with water. She is intently focused on her task, her hands submerged in the soapy water as she scrubs the clothes with a wooden laundry paddle. The basin, which is set outside near a stone wall, is surrounded by a drying rack laden with freshly washed and sun-dried clothes. The scene is reminiscent of a simpler time, before the advent of modern washing machines and dryers. The woman's determined expression and the simple yet effective tools she uses to complete her chore speak to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Brittany. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the regional history and culture of Brittany. The traditional Breton attire worn by the woman, with its distinctive stripes and high collars, is a symbol of the region's unique identity. The stone basin and drying rack are also typical of the rural households of Brittany, where washing clothes was a communal activity that brought neighbors together. This photograph, taken in 1892, is a valuable historical record of a bygone era. It invites us to reflect on the ways in which daily life has changed over the past century, and to appreciate the beauty and richness of the cultural traditions that continue to thrive in Brittany and beyond.
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