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Woman making nets in the Claddagh 1870
Woman making nets in the Claddagh, Galway. Date: 1870
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Media ID 20146919
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Claddagh Fishermens Fishers Galway Nets Pipe Wives
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the daily life of a woman from the fishing community of Claddagh, Galway, Ireland, in the year 1870. The woman, dressed in traditional clothing, is intently focused on her work as she meticulously weaves a fishing net, her hands nimble and sure as she interlaces each strand. The scene takes place in the heart of the Claddagh, a historic fishing village known for its vibrant community of fisherfolk. The woman's expression is one of deep concentration, her brow furrowed as she ponders each stitch. Her pipe, clenched between her teeth, adds a touch of warmth and humanity to the image. The smoke from the pipe curls up into the cool, misty air, mingling with the scent of the sea and the salty breeze. The woman's role in the fishing industry was essential, as she would mend and repair the nets used by her husband or other male fishermen in the community. The intricate process of net-making required great skill and patience, and the women of Claddagh were renowned for their expertise. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the lives of the women who played a vital role in the fishing industry of Claddagh during the 1870s. It is a poignant reminder of the close-knit community that relied on the sea for their livelihoods and the resilience and determination of the women who supported them.
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