Carding and Spinning
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Carding and Spinning
Carding and Spinning - a view of an old woman spinning, using a spinning wheel and a young girl hackling sitting outside a thatched cottage. (Location: Ireland). Date: circa early 1900s
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Carding Cottage Hackling Spinning Thatched Wheel
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This evocative photograph captures the timeless tradition of carding and spinning, a cherished craft passed down through generations in rural Ireland during the early 1900s. The scene unfolds before a picturesque thatched cottage, its ivy-covered walls and rustic charm a testament to the simple pleasures of country living. At the heart of the image is an elderly woman, her weathered hands deftly working the treadles of a spinning wheel. Her concentration is unwavering as she transforms raw wool into delicate threads, the rhythmic clacking of the wheel a soothing backdrop to the tranquil scene. Beside her, a young girl focuses intently on her task, her nimble fingers expertly hackling the carded wool, preparing it for the next stage of the process. The sun casts a warm, golden glow over their heads, illuminating their faces with a gentle radiance. The scene is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when life moved at a slower pace and the simple joys of home and hearth held sway. Carding and spinning were essential skills for rural communities, providing warmth and sustenance, as well as a sense of connection to the land and the natural world. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when life was more closely intertwined with the rhythms of nature and the bonds of family and community were unbreakable.
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