Photographic Print : Spinning, Greece
Photo Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Spinning, Greece
A woman of Ancient Greece spinning by hand
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 593067
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10043003
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the breathtaking "Spinning, Greece" photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a stunning print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite image transports you back in time to Ancient Greece, capturing the essence of daily life with an intriguing depiction of a woman deeply focused on her craft, spinning wool by hand. Delicately balancing tradition and artistry, this print is a captivating addition to any home or office space, evoking a sense of history, culture, and timeless beauty. Order your Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "Spinning, Greece" today and bring a piece of ancient wisdom and grace into your world.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Woman of Ancient Greece Spinning by Hand Description: This image transports us back in time to the shores of ancient Greece, where the simple yet profound scene of a woman spinning by hand unfolds. The woman, dressed in traditional garments, sits on a low stool, her legs crossed, and her back supported by a cushion. In her hands, she holds a distaff from which she draws out a length of wool. With a graceful, practiced motion, she spins the wool into thread, her fingers deftly guiding the spindle as it twirls between them. The sun casts a warm, golden glow over the scene, illuminating the textured folds of the woman's clothing and the intricate patterns of the woven basket at her side. Background: Spinning was an essential industry in ancient Greece, providing the raw material for the production of textiles, which were used for clothing, bedding, and other household items. Women were responsible for this labor-intensive task, and spinning was often done communally, with women gathering together to spin and socialize. The simple tools used in this process, such as the spindle and distaff, have remained largely unchanged for thousands of years, a testament to their effectiveness and the ingenuity of ancient craftspeople. Historical Significance: This image offers a glimpse into the daily life of ancient Greek women and the vital role that spinning played in their communities. It also highlights the importance of textile production in ancient Greece and the ways in which simple, hand-held tools could be used to create essential goods. The image's timeless beauty and the woman's focused expression invite us to contemplate the connection between the past and the present and the enduring nature of human creativity and industry.
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