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Switzerland - Two women carrying logs - Contadine
Switzerland - Two Swiss rural farm women, standing on a high road in the morning light, carrying logs in huge wicker backpack baskets. Date: circa 1910s
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Back Pack Baskets Carries Carry Collecting Logs Morning Swiss Timber Wicket
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the enchanting beauty of Switzerland with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This captivating puzzle features the image "Switzerland - Two women carrying logs - Contadine" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Transport yourself back in time to the 1910s as you piece together this intricately detailed puzzle of two rural farm women carrying logs in huge wicker backpack baskets against the backdrop of a scenic, sun-kissed mountain road. Immerse yourself in the charm of Swiss countryside while enjoying the therapeutic process of puzzling. Once completed, proudly display this stunning puzzle as a conversation starter in your home or office. Let the adventure begin!
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 22.6cm x 35.5cm (8.9" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 28cm x 35.6cm (11" x 14")
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.
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1. Title: "Contadine of Switzerland: A Morning's Work - Two Rural Farm Women Carrying Logs" This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in Switzerland during the early 1900s. The scene unfolds on a high mountain road, bathed in the soft, golden morning light. Two women, dressed in traditional Swiss attire, are seen carrying large wicker backpack baskets filled to the brim with logs. Their faces are etched with determination and focus, as they carefully balance their heavy loads. The women, known as Contadine, were essential contributors to the Swiss agricultural landscape. They were responsible for collecting timber from the forests to fuel their homes and farms. The logs were typically transported on their backs using wicker baskets, or "wickets," which were specifically designed for this purpose. The image invites us to reflect on the simple yet arduous tasks that shaped the daily lives of these rural workers. The rugged terrain, the weight of the logs, and the steep incline of the road add to the sense of challenge and resilience. Yet, the women's unwavering commitment to their work is evident in their posture and their unbroken gaze. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the rhythms of nature and the demands of the land dictated the pace of life. It invites us to appreciate the beauty and the hardships of rural Switzerland, and the indomitable spirit of the Contadine who once called it home.
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