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French Spinning Champ
Mademoiselle Liane Roch, who received a medal from the President of France, for being the fastest and most skillful hand spinner in Alsace. Shown here with her spinning wheel! Date: 1930s
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Alsace Champ Fastest Liane Mademoiselle Medal Received Roch Shown Skillful Spinner Spinning Textiles Wheel
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This photograph captures Mademoiselle Liane Roch, the renowned hand spinner from Alsace, France, proudly displaying her hard-earned medal received from the esteemed President of France. The image, taken in the 1930s, showcases Mademoiselle Roch in her traditional attire, seated in front of her spinning wheel, exuding a sense of pride and accomplishment. Hand spinning was a cherished and essential skill in rural France, particularly in the Alsace region, where textile production played a significant role in the local economy. Mademoiselle Roch's exceptional skill and speed in spinning yarn made her a local champion and a symbol of the region's rich textile heritage. The spinning wheel, an industrial yet traditional tool, sits prominently in the scene, emphasizing the intersection of the past and the present. The wheel, a testament to the craftsmanship and ingenuity of the past, was an essential tool for producing high-quality yarn for textile production. Mademoiselle Roch's achievement was not only a personal triumph but also a recognition of the importance of preserving traditional skills and techniques in the face of industrialization. The medal, bestowed upon her by the President of France, serves as a reminder of the value and significance of these skills in the broader cultural context. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, where the connection between the land, the people, and their traditional crafts was strong, and where the pursuit of excellence in the simplest of tasks was celebrated.
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