Irish Leprechaun, or Fairy Shoemaker
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Irish Leprechaun, or Fairy Shoemaker
An Irish Leprechaun, or Fairy Shoemaker, working on a pile of shoes
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Media ID 572212
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Cobbler Cobbling Fairies Fairy Folk Folk Lore Foot Wear Hammer Leprechaun Mending Pile Shoe Maker Shoes Leprechauns
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step into the enchanting world of Irish folklore with this image of a little-known character from Irish mythology: the Fairy Shoemaker, or Leprechaun. This early 20th century print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to an era when the line between the real and the fantastical was blurred. The Fairy Shoemaker, also known as a leprechaun, is a solitary, mischievous, and magical creature, renowned for his exceptional cobbling skills. He is often depicted as a small, bearded man, dressed in a red cap, green coat, and carrying a hammer and a bag of gold. In this photograph, we see the Fairy Shoemaker hard at work, surrounded by a pile of shoes, his hammer poised to strike. Folklore has it that the Fairy Shoemaker would mend the shoes of farmers and country folk in exchange for a bowl of porridge or a pint of milk. His magical touch ensured that the shoes were mended swiftly and perfectly, leaving the farmers with an extra spring in their step. This historical print offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of Irish folklore, a tradition that has captivated the imagination of people around the world for centuries. The Fairy Shoemaker, with his cobbling skills and magical abilities, remains a beloved character in Irish mythology, a reminder of the enduring power of storytelling and the magic that lies in the ordinary.
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