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Wise woman at Ilchester, Somerset
At Ilchester, Somerset, a local wise woman uses weird rituals to treat cattle for foot and mouth disease
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1871 Cattle Disease Foot Herd Ilchester Magic Mouth Rituals Somerset Treat Weird Wise Paranormal
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the enchanting range of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Wise woman at Ilchester, Somerset" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite card design showcases the mystical charm of a local healer, as she performs ancient rituals to tend to the cattle afflicted by foot and mouth disease in the picturesque town of Ilchester, Somerset. Each card is printed on high-quality paper, ensuring a beautiful and vibrant display of color and detail. Whether you're looking to send a thoughtful message of support, encouragement, or simply to share the beauty of traditional folklore, this card is the perfect choice. Add a touch of wisdom and wonder to your correspondence with the Media Storehouse "Wise woman at Ilchester, Somerset" greeting card.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative image from the 1870s, a wise local woman from Ilchester, Somerset, performs an unusual ritual to treat cattle afflicted with foot-and-mouth disease. Dressed in traditional attire and adorned with various charms and amulets, she stands before a small herd of cows, her face etched with the lines of experience and wisdom. The scene transports us back to a time when the boundaries between science and magic were less clearly defined, and the power of folklore and tradition held great sway over rural communities. The year is 1871, and the foot-and-mouth outbreak that swept through the British Isles was causing widespread panic and devastation among farmers and their livestock. In the absence of effective vaccines or antibiotics, people turned to unconventional methods to save their animals. This wise woman, a popular figure in her community, was believed to possess the power to heal the cattle through her strange and mysterious rituals. The photograph captures the atmosphere of the past, with the weathered barns and rolling hills of Somerset providing a fitting backdrop to this scene of rural life. The woman's gestures and expressions convey a sense of deep connection to the land and the creatures that inhabit it, as she uses herbs, incantations, and other paranormal means to ward off the disease and bring healing to her charges. This image is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of rural communities in the face of adversity, and the enduring power of folklore and tradition in shaping our response to crises. It also serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage that continues to inspire us today.
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