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Irish Cottage Industries, Hand Embroidery on Linen in the Ar
Irish Cottage Industries, Hand Embroidery on Linen in the Ards - another family group outside a thatched cottage, mother and daughter embroidering. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Down: Newtownards). Date: circa early 1900s
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This photograph, taken in the early 1900s in the picturesque County Down region of Northern Ireland, showcases the traditional Irish cottage industry of hand embroidery on linen. The image finds a mother and her daughter engaged in their craft outside a quaint thatched cottage in Newtownards, part of the Ards area. The scene transports us back in time, as the pair focus intently on their intricate embroidery projects, their deft hands weaving intricate patterns into the linen fabric. The cottage, with its ivy-covered walls and thatched roof, serves as a charming backdrop to their creative endeavors. The Irish cottage industry was a significant part of rural life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. With the decline of agriculture and the rise of industrialization, many rural families turned to cottage industries as a means of supplementing their income. Hand embroidery on linen was a particularly popular craft, with its intricate designs and high-quality output. The linen produced in the Ards region was renowned for its exceptional quality, making it a sought-after commodity both domestically and internationally. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the close bond between mother and daughter as they work together, passing down the skills and traditions of their ancestors. The image is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Irish cottage industries and the enduring appeal of the simple pleasures of creating something beautiful with one's own hands.
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