Home > Europe > Italy > Veneto > Venice
Venetian Water Carriers
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Venetian Water Carriers
A couple of female water carriers, who carry their metal buckets over their shoulders with a wooden yoke, Venice, Italy. Date: 1870s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 7210295
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10182671
Buckets Carriers Carry Community Shoulders Supply Venetian Venice Yoke
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> Italy
> Veneto
> Venice
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the daily life of two Venetian water carriers in the 1870s, as they make their way through the winding streets of Venice, Italy, laden with their heavy metal buckets balanced precariously on their shoulders. The women wear traditional costumes, with their long, flowing skirts and white blouses, adorned with intricate lace collars and cuffs. The wooden yoke, or "mangato," rests comfortably on their shoulders, distributing the weight of the water evenly. The Venetian water carriers were an essential part of the community, supplying fresh water to households and businesses throughout the city. The water was drawn from the canals or wells, and carried to the customers' homes in the metal buckets. The carriers would often make multiple trips a day, covering great distances on foot. The image is a poignant reminder of the hard work and dedication of these women, who played a vital role in the daily life of Venice. The photograph also showcases the unique and intricate details of their traditional costumes, which have long been a source of fascination for visitors to the city. The scene is further enhanced by the atmospheric setting, with the faded colors and textures of the buildings and the reflections of the water in the buckets, creating a timeless and enchanting image of Venice in the late 19th century.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
