Women with spinning wheel, Scotland

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Women with spinning wheel, Scotland

Two women and a girl sitting outside the Post Office with a spinning wheel and other equipment, Scotland. Date: late 19th century

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Carding Craft Crafts Frame Hexagonal Office Scot Scots Spin Spinning Spins Textiles Wheel Wool

EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Spinners of Scotland: A Traditional Craft at Work" This evocative late 19th-century photograph captures the essence of rural Scotland, as two women and a young girl engage in the time-honored craft of spinning wool outside the local Post Office. The scene is set against the backdrop of a quaint, hexagonal, stone building, its weathered walls bearing the marks of the passing seasons. The women are seen seated on low stools, their hands deftly manipulating the spinning wheel, a crucial tool in the transformation of raw wool into yarn. The intricately designed, wooden wheel, with its treadles and whorls, is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Scottish people. The women's faces are etched with the lines of experience, their eyes focused intently on their work. The girl, perched between them, is learning the age-old craft from her elders. She holds a carding tool, which is used to align and clean the wool fibers before spinning. The trio's shared dedication to their craft is palpable, as they work in harmony, their movements in sync with the rhythm of the spinning wheel. The setting of the Post Office adds an interesting layer to the image. The exchange of letters and parcels would have provided a valuable connection to the wider world, allowing the women to keep abreast of the latest news and trends. The spinning wheel, in turn, would have provided a source of income through the sale of their finished textiles. This photograph is a poignant reminder of Scotland's rich textile heritage and the vital role that traditional crafts played in the lives of its people. It invites us to appreciate the beauty and resilience of a bygone era, as well as the enduring connection between the land, its people, and their crafts.

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