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Two Peasant Girls ? Ireland
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Two Peasant Girls ? Ireland
Two Peasant Girls - Ireland. Date: 1843
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1840s 1843 Pair Peasant Poor Poverty
EDITORS COMMENTS
Two Peasant Girls" is an evocative and poignant image capturing the essence of rural Ireland during the 1840s. The photograph, taken in 1843 by an unknown artist and sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, presents a pair of young girls clad in simple, worn clothing, their expressions reflecting the harsh realities of their daily lives. The girls, with their unkempt hair and bare feet, are seated on a grassy mound, their hands resting in their laps. Their clothing, consisting of faded, threadbare dresses and shirts, speaks volumes about their poverty-stricken existence. The older girl gazes directly at the viewer with a look of quiet resignation, while the younger one appears lost in thought, her eyes downcast. The backdrop of the image is a rolling Irish countryside, dotted with rocks and boulders, and the girls seem almost insignificant against the vast expanse of nature. The scene is one of simplicity and hardship, a snapshot of life in rural Ireland during a time of great poverty and struggle. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the lives of the Irish peasantry during the 1840s, a time marked by famine, disease, and economic hardship. The image invites us to reflect on the resilience and determination of these young girls, who despite their difficult circumstances, continue to face each day with courage and grace. The photograph is a powerful testament to the human spirit and the enduring strength of the Irish people, and serves as a reminder of the rich history and culture of Ireland, both past and present.
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