Off to the Mountain, Donkey and Creels, Newcastle
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Off to the Mountain, Donkey and Creels, Newcastle
Off to the Mountain, Donkey and Creels, Newcastle - a boy sitting on the rear of a donkey and creels outside a thatched building. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Down: Newcastle). Date: circa early 1900s
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Creels Donkey Newcastle Rear Thatched
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Off to the Mountain: A Boy and His Donkey in Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland (circa early 1900s) This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in County Down, Northern Ireland during the early 1900s. The image depicts a young boy casually seated atop a donkey, his legs dangling over the side as he holds onto the animal's mane. The donkey wears a pair of creels, traditional woven baskets used for carrying fish or other heavy loads, slung over its back. The scene unfolds outside a quaint thatched building, its walls adorned with ivy and moss, and smoke rising from the chimney, suggesting a cozy home nestled in the countryside. The mountainous backdrop adds a sense of grandeur and rugged beauty to the image, as the boy and his donkey make their way up the winding path. County Down in Northern Ireland is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, rolling hills, and rich history. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of its residents during a bygone era, when donkeys were a common mode of transportation and the simple pleasures of rural living were cherished. The image is a poignant reminder of the connection between people and their animals, and the enduring allure of the natural world.
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