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A farmer sits in the farm kitchen, Co Clare, Ireland
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A farmer sits in the farm kitchen, Co Clare, Ireland
An elderly farmer sits in the farm kitchen and puts the kettle over the peat fire. He wears a cloth cap and wellington boots. Co Clare, Ireland. See also 12445690 - 1247384 Date: 1990
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Bare Burning Clare Clock Farmer Farmhouse Fireplace Frugal Frugality Kettle Kitchen Peat Spartan Inglenook Sparse
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In this evocative photograph, an elderly farmer sits in the spartan kitchen of his Co Clare, Ireland farmhouse. The room is filled with the warm, comforting glow of an open peat fire, its inglenook serving as both hearth and cooking surface. The farmer, dressed in a worn cloth cap and wellington boots, puts the kettle over the flames, the simple act of making a cup of tea a daily ritual in this rural community. The clock on the wall, with its faded numerals, bears testament to the passing of time. The kitchen, with its bare walls and sparse furnishings, reflects the frugal lifestyle of the farmer and the rural community in which he lives. The use of peat as fuel for the fire is a reminder of the area's traditional reliance on natural resources for heating and cooking. The scene exudes a sense of simplicity and self-sufficiency, a way of life that has long been a part of Irish farming culture. The farmer's focus on the task at hand, the gentle crackle of the peat fire, and the quiet hum of the clock ticking in the background all contribute to a sense of tranquility and calm. This photograph captures a moment in time, a glimpse into the daily life of an Irish farmer in the early 1990s. It is a poignant reminder of the connection between the land, the people who work it, and the simple pleasures of rural life. The image is a testament to the enduring spirit of the Irish farming community and the beauty of the rural landscape of County Clare.
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