Gathering blackberries 1872

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Gathering blackberries 1872

Victorian women and a girl picking blackberries from a blackberry bush. Date: 1872

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1872 Blackberries Blackberry Bush Forage Foraging Fruits Gathering Pick Picking Seasonal Wild Woods

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Gathering Blackberries, 1872 This evocative photograph captures the essence of a quintessential Victorian summer scene. Taken in the year 1872, the image shows a group of women and a young girl enthusiastically picking blackberries from a lush, wild bush. Dressed in their finest Victorian attire, the women wear long, flowing skirts and sun hats, while the young girl dons a simple, white dress and a bonnet adorned with ribbons. The blackberry bush, heavy with ripe, juicy fruit, stands proudly in the center of the frame. The women and girl expertly pluck the berries with their hands, placing them carefully into the woven basket at their feet. The sun casts a warm, golden glow over the scene, highlighting the rich colors of the blackberries and the greens of the foliage. Blackberry picking was a popular pastime during the Victorian era, particularly during the late summer months. Families and communities would often gather together to forage for the wild fruit, which was used to make jams, pies, and other delicious treats. The seasonal fruit was also an important source of nutrition, providing essential vitamins and antioxidants. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the simple pleasures of the past, and the joy of connecting with nature through the gathering of seasonal fruits. The image transports us back in time, allowing us to imagine the sights, sounds, and smells of a Victorian summer day spent in the woods, picking blackberries with loved ones.

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