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Peter Deane, expert fly dresser
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Peter Deane, expert fly dresser
Peter Deane, expert fly dresser -- close-up as he begins to construct a salmon fly. He taught himself the skill from a book after being confined to a wheelchair by polio. He built up a worldwide fly dressing business, with customers including Prince Charles and the Duke of Edinburgh. Date: 1963
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1963 Angling Bait Business Construct Constructing Deane Dresser Dressing Expert Feather Feathers Peter Skill Thread Wire Worldwide
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In this black-and-white photograph, Peter Deane, an expert fly dresser, is deeply engrossed in the artful process of constructing a salmon fly. The image, taken in 1963, captures the determination and focus in his eyes as he carefully selects and arranges feathers, thread, and wire on his worktable. Born in the 1920s, Peter Deane's life took an unexpected turn when he contracted polio, leaving him confined to a wheelchair. In search of a new hobby and driven by an indomitable spirit, he taught himself the intricate skill of fly dressing from a book. Over time, his passion for this art form transformed into a thriving business that reached far beyond the shores of his native Scotland. Peter Deane's exceptional talent and dedication soon attracted an impressive clientele, including members of the British royal family – Prince Charles and the Duke of Edinburgh among them. His reputation as a master fly dresser spread throughout the angling community, and his flies became coveted treasures among fishermen and sporting enthusiasts worldwide. The photograph encapsulates the dedication and meticulousness required to create these exquisite flies, which were not only functional bait but also works of art. The image serves as a testament to Peter Deane's unwavering commitment to his craft and his ability to turn adversity into opportunity.
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