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Women picking daffodils, River Fal, Cornwall. Around 1920s

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Women picking daffodils, River Fal, Cornwall. Around 1920s

Five women picking daffodils, standing with bunches. Probably on the River Fal, with a laid-up ship on the water in the background. Photographer: Unknown

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TRURI : 2010.19.64

Media ID 12573089

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In this vintage print from the 1920s, we are transported back in time to witness a scene of pure serenity and camaraderie. Five resilient women stand proudly amidst a vibrant sea of daffodils, their hands delicately clutching bountiful bunches of these golden blooms. The location is believed to be the picturesque River Fal in Cornwall, where nature's beauty intertwines with human labor. As our gaze wanders beyond the women, we catch sight of a majestic ship resting peacefully on the tranquil waters. Its presence serves as a reminder that even amid the idyllic countryside, life carries on with its own rhythm and purpose. Though captured by an unknown photographer, their lens immortalizes not only these diligent flower pickers but also an era when manual farming was still prevalent. This photograph encapsulates the essence of Cornish life - hardworking individuals finding solace and fulfillment in tending to the land's abundant offerings. It speaks volumes about resilience and unity among women who worked tirelessly side by side, harvesting nature's treasures for sustenance or perhaps even trade. Displayed within Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, this print evokes nostalgia for simpler times while celebrating both Cornish heritage and the timeless allure of blooming flowers against a backdrop steeped in history. It reminds us that beneath every seemingly ordinary moment lies extraordinary stories waiting to be discovered – tales woven together by unseen hands capturing fleeting moments forever etched into our collective memory.

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