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Antique Framed Print : Irish Village Colleens, Franco-British Exhibition, London
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Irish Village Colleens, Franco-British Exhibition, London
Three Irish Village Colleens with a donkey and a spinning wheel at the Franco-British Exhibition, held at White City, West London. Date: 1908
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Cottage Donkey Franco Spinning Wheel Racial
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.1cm (14.6" x 9.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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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This photograph captures the essence of Ireland's rich cultural heritage, as showcased at the Franco-British Exhibition held in West London in 1908. The image features three Irish Village Colleens, dressed in traditional Edwardian attire, posing with a donkey and a spinning wheel. The setting is reminiscent of a quaint Irish cottage, complete with thatched roof and ivy-covered walls. The Colleens, young women of Ireland, were a popular attraction at the Exhibition, representing the racial types and traditional ways of life from both Ireland and Scotland. Their authentic costumes and engaging personalities drew large crowds, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. The presence of the donkey and spinning wheel further emphasizes the rural, agrarian nature of Irish life, as depicted in this photograph. The donkey, a common mode of transportation in rural areas, adds an authentic touch to the scene, while the spinning wheel symbolizes the importance of textile production in Irish society. The Franco-British Exhibition, held at White City, brought together the best of French and British culture, showcasing everything from art and industry to agriculture and traditional ways of life. This photograph of the Irish Village Colleens and their donkey and spinning wheel is a testament to the enduring appeal of Ireland's cultural traditions and the fascination they held for audiences in Edwardian Britain.
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