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Welsh spinsters
Welsh Spinsters, Wales. Seen here using a spinning machine Date: 1920s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14190523
© The Wentworth Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the enchanting history of Wales to your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This captivating image of Welsh spinsters from the 1920s, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the resilience and dedication of these remarkable women. Our premium metal prints are not just beautiful works of art, but also a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Wales. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials and state-of-the-art printing techniques, ensuring a stunning, vibrant, and long-lasting display. Elevate your interior décor with this timeless piece and let the story of these Welsh spinsters inspire you every day.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a group of Welsh spinsters at work in the 1920s. The women, dressed in simple yet practical clothing, are intently focused on their spinning machines, their expressions reflecting a deep concentration as they transform raw wool into thread. The room is filled with the soft hum of the machinery and the gentle clatter of spindles, creating a rhythmic symphony of industry and productivity. Spinning was once a common occupation for women in rural Wales, particularly in areas with a strong textile tradition. The women would spin wool, often sourced from their own sheep or from local farmers, to create thread that could be woven into fabric for clothing or sold to textile mills. Spinning was not only a source of income but also a social activity, with women gathering together in spinning bees to work on their threads and share stories and gossip. The arrival of mechanized textile mills in the late 18th and 19th centuries disrupted this traditional way of life, as factory work became a more efficient and profitable alternative. However, even as industrialization took hold, spinning remained an important skill for rural communities, providing a source of income during the winter months when farming was less productive. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the rhythms of rural life were shaped by the seasons and the daily tasks of farming and textile production. The women in the photograph embody the resilience and resourcefulness of the Welsh people, as they adapt to changing times while holding on to the traditions that define their community.
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