Photographic 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
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Laundry Brittany" photograph from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a stunning print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, captured in Douarnenez, Bretagne, transports us to a simpler time as women wash clothes by the water's edge. The crisp white linen contrasts beautifully against the rugged coastal backdrop, while the vibrant colors of the clothing and the clear blue sky add a sense of energy and vitality. Bring this exquisite moment in time into your home or office with a Media Storehouse Photographic Print, a high-quality addition to any space that tells a story and inspires wonder.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 24.4cm (14" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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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