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Market day at St Brieuc, France
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Market day at St Brieuc, France
Market day at St Brieuc, France - A lady has brought her pigs to sell. Date: circa 1910s
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Market Day at St Brieuc, France - A Lady Brings Her Pigs to Sell (circa 1910s)
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: This evocative photograph captures the lively atmosphere of a market day in the picturesque town of St Brieuc, France, during the early 1900s. The image showcases a determined woman, dressed in traditional rural attire, leading her prized pigs through the bustling marketplace. The pigs, with their muddy snouts and glistening coats, seem eager to explore their new surroundings, while the woman maintains a firm grip on their leads. St Brieuc, a historic coastal town in the Côtes-d'Armor department of Brittany, has long been known for its vibrant markets. Farmers from the surrounding countryside would travel to the town to sell their livestock and fresh produce. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of rural France during this era. The marketplace teems with activity. Farmers, dressed in their sturdy workwear, engage in animated conversations as they haggle over prices. Children play and laugh nearby, adding a sense of joy and energy to the scene. The air is filled with the aroma of freshly baked bread, roasting meats, and ripe fruits and vegetables. This photograph, with its rich details and authenticity, offers a unique window into the past. It invites us to imagine the sights, sounds, and smells of a bustling French market, as well as the stories of the people who gathered there to buy and sell their wares. A truly captivating image that transports us to a bygone era.
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