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Spinning Wool for Donegal Homespun, Inishowen
Spinning Wool for Donegal Homespun, Inishowen - a view of a lady with spinning wheel outside a thatched cottage. Beside her are children and a man looks on.. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Donegal: Inishowen). Date: circa early 1900s
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Beside Cottage Donegal Homespun Inishowen Spinning Thatched Wheel Wool
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the early 1900s in Inishowen, County Donegal, Ireland. The scene unfolds before a picturesque thatched cottage, where a woman sits intently at her spinning wheel, her focus unbroken as she transforms raw wool into thread. The simple beauty of the natural fibers intertwines with the rustic charm of the setting, as the woman's deft hands create a tangible connection to the land and its rich textile heritage. Beside her, children play, their curiosity piqued by the rhythmic motion of the spinning wheel. Their laughter and innocent energy add a sense of warmth and vitality to the scene. A man looks on, perhaps offering a helping hand or simply appreciating the artistry of the process. The image transports us back to a time when life was more closely tied to the land and the seasons, and the simple act of spinning wool held great significance for the community. The tradition of homespun textiles, such as those produced by Donegal Homespun, has deep roots in the region and continues to be celebrated as a testament to the area's rich cultural heritage.
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