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Women drawing flax to turn it into yarn, Belgium
Women drawing flax on combs to turn it into yarn, Belgium, a traditional home industry. Date: 1922
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Aged Belgian Chairs Crafts Manufacture Today 1922 Racial
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Add a touch of history and culture to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an exquisite image of women drawing flax in Belgium, circa 1922, these mugs bring the rich tradition of textile production to your table. Each mug showcases high-quality, rights-managed imagery from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring a unique and captivating design. Perfect for sipping your favorite hot beverage and reflecting on the past, these Photo Mugs make a thoughtful gift or a delightful addition to your own collection.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This evocative image captures a moment in time from the 1920s in Belgium, where women are deeply engrossed in the traditional home industry of drawing flax to turn it into yarn. The scene is set in a cozy, dimly lit room, with women of various ages and racial types seated at wooden chairs, each one meticulously working on her bundle of flax using large combs. The women's faces show concentration and determination as they carefully draw out the fibers, preparing them for spinning. The flax, a plant native to Europe, has been a valuable resource for textile production for centuries. In the 1920s, this labor-intensive process was still a common practice in rural areas of Belgium, where women would work together in their homes to manufacture yarn for local textile industries. The equipment used in this process, including the combs and chairs, are simple yet effective, reflecting the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the people. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the importance of community and the role of women in the textile trade during the 1920s. It also highlights the rich cultural heritage of Belgium and the continuity of traditional crafts that have been passed down through generations. Today, this image serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving our cultural heritage and the value of the human touch in the production of goods.
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