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Shearing a sheep, Sheep Station, Australia, Victorian period
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Shearing a sheep, Sheep Station, Australia, Victorian period
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Cloth Manufacture Ranch Shearing Sheep Textiles Wool
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This vintage print captures a scene from the Victorian period in Australia, showcasing the traditional practice of shearing sheep at a Sheep Station. The image depicts skilled shearers carefully removing the wool from a sheep, highlighting the importance of this task in the textile and cloth manufacturing industry during that era.
The setting of a Sheep Station in Australia adds to the historical significance of this photograph, as it was common for ranches and farms to specialize in wool production. The Edwardian style clothing worn by the workers further immerses us into this bygone era, where labor-intensive tasks like shearing were essential for livelihoods.
The use of a lantern slide to capture this moment adds an extra layer of authenticity and charm to the image, giving us a glimpse into how photography was practiced during that time. The attention to detail in depicting every aspect of shearing – from the tools used to the technique employed – showcases both skill and dedication on part of those involved.
Overall, this print serves as a valuable visual record of agricultural practices in Australia during the Victorian period, shedding light on an important aspect of farming history that continues to be relevant today.
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