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Peasants at a wedding feast, Finland
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Peasants at a wedding feast, Finland
Peasants at a wedding feast, Finland -- one of the customs is for the bridegroom to lift the veil from the face of the bride. Date: 1922
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Finnish Indoor Indoors Peasant Peasants Scandinavia Scandinavian Today Tradition 1922 Racial
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This photograph captures a heartwarming moment from a Finnish peasant wedding in the year 1922. The image, taken indoors, showcases a room filled with joy and celebration as the bridegroom tenderly lifts the veil from his bride's face. The bride, dressed in traditional European attire, gazes up at her husband-to-be with a radiant smile, while the women in the background cheer and clap in approval. The men, also dressed in their finest, look on with pride and admiration. The 1920s, also known as the Roaring Twenties, was a time of great change and progress in Europe, including Finland. However, despite the modernization of many aspects of society, traditional customs and weddings continued to hold a significant place in people's lives. This photograph is a testament to the enduring nature of these cultural practices. The racial and ethnic types depicted in the photograph are characteristic of the Finnish people, who have a rich and unique cultural heritage. The image offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during this time period and provides a window into the past that is both intriguing and inspiring. This photograph is not only a beautiful work of art but also a valuable historical document that offers insights into the customs and traditions of a specific time and place. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving our cultural heritage and celebrating the diversity of the human experience.
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