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Gipsies with tent on a Scottish island
A family of gipsies with their tent on a Scottish island. Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 14123296
© Mary Evans Picture Library/John Maclellan
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 14.9cm (9.3" x 5.9")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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
In this evocative photograph, taken circa 1920s, a family of Gypsies is seen pitching their tent on a remote and idyllic Scottish island. The image captures a moment of tranquility and connection to nature, as the family goes about their daily life in this open and expansive grassy space. The Gypsies, also known as Travelers or Romani people, have a rich and complex history, with their origins tracing back to the Indian subcontinent over a thousand years ago. Despite facing discrimination and marginalization throughout history, the Gypsy community has maintained a strong sense of cultural identity and resilience. In the 1920s, many Gypsy families in Europe and North America continued to live a nomadic lifestyle, traveling from place to place in caravans or tents. The image of a Gypsy family on a Scottish island speaks to the sense of freedom and self-sufficiency that was an integral part of their way of life. The rugged beauty of the Scottish landscape provides a striking backdrop to the scene, with the family's vibrant tent standing out against the lush green grass and the vast expanse of water in the background. The photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, one that is both romanticized and misunderstood. It invites us to reflect on the history and diversity of the Gypsy community, and to appreciate the strength and adaptability of a people who have endured and thrived despite the challenges they have faced. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving the stories and experiences of marginalized communities, and of the power of images to transport us to another time and place. It invites us to consider the complexities of human history and the richness of cultural diversity, and to celebrate the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit.
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