Two Women in traditional local costume - Pont-Aven, Brittany

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Two Women in traditional local costume - Pont-Aven, Brittany

Two Women in traditional local costume at Pont-Aven, a commune in the Finistere department of Brittany in northwestern France. The Watermill can be seen in the background. Date: circa 1930s

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Attire Aven Bonnets Brittany Commune Department Dresses Finistere Lace Mill Northwestern Pont

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This evocative photograph captures the essence of traditional Breton culture, as two women in colorful local costumes pose beside the picturesque watermill at Pont-Aven in Brittany, France. Established in the Finistere department of northwestern France, Pont-Aven is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty. The women's attire reflects the region's unique history and traditions, with their high-waisted, full skirts adorned with intricate lace patterns and traditional Breton bonnets perched atop their heads. The watermill, a symbol of the area's industrial past, adds to the scene's historical charm. Dating back to the 1930s, this photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, transporting us back in time to experience the authenticity and beauty of rural Brittany.

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