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An Irish peasant girl
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An Irish peasant girl
An Irish peasant girl sits astride a wooden barrow bearing a small load of Peat sods in the farmyard Date: 1907
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Media ID 11551812
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Barrow Farmers Farmyard Peasant Peat Rustic Wheelbarrow
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Young Irish Peasant Girl: A Portrait of Rural Life in Early 20th Century Ireland This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the image of a young Irish peasant girl, seated confidently atop a wooden wheelbarrow, her small frame dwarfed by the large load of peat sods she is transporting. The scene unfolds in a rustic farmyard, where the sun casts long, dappled shadows across the uneven terrain. In the background, a pig sniffs curiously at the edge of the frame, adding to the sense of life and activity that permeates the image. The year is 1907, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of an Irish farmer's daughter. Peat, a natural fuel sourced from bogs and marshes, was a primary energy source for rural communities in Ireland during this time. The labor-intensive process of cutting, drying, and transporting peat sods was a common chore for women and children, who would often carry the heavy loads on their backs or in wheelbarrows like the one depicted in the photograph. The countryside of Ireland, with its rolling hills, stone walls, and simple farm buildings, forms the backdrop to this scene. The image is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the Irish people, who, despite the challenges of rural life, managed to eke out a living from the land. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the lives of Irish farmers and their families during a time of great change and transition. The photograph's composition, with the girl's determined expression and the contrast between her small frame and the large load she is carrying, underscores the physical demands of rural life and the strength and fortitude of those who lived it. This image is a poignant reminder of the rich history and traditions of Ireland's rural communities and the enduring spirit of the people who have called that land home for generations.
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