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Shetland Islands - Cutting a peat bank
A Crofter cutting a peat bank on The Shetland Islands, Scotland. Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 7197235
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Bank Croft Crofter Cuts Cutting Digging Digs Fuel Hard Isles Labour Labouring Peat Scot Scot Land Shetland Turf Shetlander Turves
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Shetland Islands - Cutting a Peat Bank" canvas print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time to the 1920s when a crofter skillfully extracts peat from the rich, untouched lands of the Shetland Islands, Scotland. Transport yourself to a simpler era with this exquisite, rights-managed print. The intricate details of the scene are beautifully rendered in high definition, allowing you to almost feel the cool, damp earth beneath your feet. The natural colors and textures are brought to life on the canvas, creating a stunning and authentic piece of art that is sure to be a conversation starter in any room. Media Storehouse's canvas prints are known for their exceptional quality and durability. Each print is carefully crafted using premium materials to ensure long-lasting vibrancy and a beautiful finish. Add this captivating image to your home or office to evoke a sense of history, tradition, and the raw beauty of nature.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 19.6cm (12" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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
1. Title: A Traditional Way of Life: A Crofter Cutting Peat on The Shetland Islands, Scotland 2.. This evocative photograph captures the raw beauty and resilience of life on The Shetland Islands in the 1920s. The image portrays a crofter, a local farmer, deeply engrossed in the laborious task of cutting peat from a bank. The Shetland Islands, located in the North Sea off the northeastern coast of Scotland, have a rich history of peat cutting, which has been an essential source of fuel for the islanders for centuries. The crofter, dressed in traditional attire, is shown cutting the peat into manageable sizes using a simple tool, likely a spade or a peat hook. The peat, which is formed from decomposed plant material, is cut from the bank and then left to dry in the sun before being stacked and covered with turf to protect it from the elements. This process is repeated throughout the year, with the peat being used as fuel for cooking and heating during the long, cold winters. The photograph offers a glimpse into the hardworking and self-sufficient lifestyle of the Shetlanders, who have long relied on the land and the sea for their livelihoods. The image also underscores the importance of community and cooperation, as the cutting and sharing of peat was a communal activity that brought neighbors together. The crofter's determined expression and the rugged terrain in the background serve as a poignant reminder of the challenges and rewards of rural life on the Shetland Islands. This photograph is an invaluable record of a bygone era and a testament to the enduring spirit of the people who call these beautiful and remote islands home. The image invites us to reflect on the importance of tradition, community, and the connection between people and the land.
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