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Antique Framed Print : Faroe Islands, Denmark - Women Spinning
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Faroe Islands, Denmark - Women Spinning
A woman working at a spinning wheel with two companions - The Faroe Islands, Denmark
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Media ID 4456309
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Denmark Faroe Islanders Knits Knitting Scarves Spin Spinning Spins Thread Wheel Wool
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.4cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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A captivating image of three women from the Faroe Islands, Denmark, engaged in the traditional craft of spinning wool at a quaint wooden interior of a local house. The women, dressed in their colorful and intricately designed national costumes, focus intently on their work at the spinning wheels. The room is filled with the warm glow of natural light filtering in from the windows, casting long shadows on the wooden floor and walls. Spinning was a vital part of daily life in the Faroe Islands, an archipelago located in the North Atlantic, for centuries. The islands' harsh climate and limited resources necessitated the production of woolen textiles for warmth and insulation. Women would spend long hours at their spinning wheels, transforming raw wool into thread, which would then be used for knitting intricate and beautiful scarves, sweaters, and other garments. The spinning wheel, a symbol of the islands' rich cultural heritage, is a wooden contraption with a treadle that powers the spindle, allowing the woman to twist the wool fibers into thread. The women's faces are etched with concentration and determination, as they expertly manipulate the wool and control the tension of the thread. Their companions, perhaps their sisters or friends, offer support and encouragement, creating a sense of community and camaraderie. This photograph captures a moment in time, preserving the history and tradition of spinning in the Faroe Islands. The image is a testament to the resilience and creativity of the islanders, who have passed down this craft from generation to generation, ensuring that the unique cultural heritage of the Faroe Islands continues to thrive.
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