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Welsh spinsters
Welsh Spinsters, Wales. Seen here using a spinning machine Date: 1920s
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Media ID 14190523
© The Wentworth Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Media Storehouse Photographic Prints, featuring this captivating image of Welsh spinsters from the 1920s. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this evocative photograph showcases the traditional way of life in Wales during that era. The women, deeply focused on their spinning machines, convey a sense of resilience and determination. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless charm to your decor. Our high-quality prints are produced using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the image to life. Order now and let the story of these Welsh spinsters inspire you every day.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 19.2cm (12" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" 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
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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