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Elderly man (sundowner), Adelaide, South Australia
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Elderly man (sundowner), Adelaide, South Australia
Elderly man (an itinerant worker, swagman or sundowner), Adelaide, South Australia. Date: 1900s
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Adelaide Agriculture Australian Backpack Elderly Itinerant Tramp Vagabond Worker Sundowner
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of itinerant life in rural South Australia during the early 1900s. The elderly man, dressed in tattered clothing and carrying a backpack and a tin can, is depicted as a 'sundowner' or 'swagman' - a term used to describe wandering workers in the agriculture industry who would travel from farm to farm in search of seasonal work. The man's weathered face and worn appearance suggest a life of hardship and long hours spent under the harsh Australian sun. His expression, however, conveys a sense of calm and contentment, perhaps a result of the simple pleasures he finds in the beauty of the natural world around him. The scene is set against the backdrop of a vast, golden landscape, with the sun beginning to set in the distance. The warm hues of the sun and the earth create a sense of tranquility and timelessness, highlighting the connection between the man and the land. Despite the challenges of his nomadic existence, the sundowner's resilience and determination to survive are evident in this poignant image. His presence serves as a reminder of the rich history of itinerant labor in Australia and the enduring spirit of those who have chosen to live a life on the road.
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