Antique Framed Print : Type of French Fisherwoman from Northern France
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Type of French Fisherwoman from Northern France
Type of French Fisherwoman from Northern France, with some impressive conch shells in her basket. Date: circa 1905
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Media ID 11562186
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Baskets Conch Fisherwoman Fishwife Fishwives Seashore Shells Shore Waves Matelot
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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.4cm x 37.1cm (9.2" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the image of a determined and hardworking French fisherwoman from the northern coast of France, circa 1905. Dressed in traditional attire, the young girl wears a simple, long-sleeved blouse and a full, pleated skirt, with a headscarf tied around her head to protect her from the elements. In her hands, she cradles a large wicker basket filled with freshly caught fish, the scales glistening in the sunlight. But it is not just the fish that make this scene so intriguing. The fisherwoman also holds a selection of impressive conch shells, their spiraled shapes and vibrant colors adding a touch of exoticism to the otherwise mundane task of fishing. The conch shells were not only used for their practical purpose of carrying fish, but also held cultural significance for the local communities. The fisherwoman stands on the rocky shore, the waves crashing at her feet, the sound of the sea echoing in the background. The seagulls fly overhead, adding to the lively atmosphere of the bustling seaside. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history and daily life of the fishwives of Northern France, who played an essential role in the local fishing industry. Their strength, resilience, and resourcefulness continue to inspire us today, making this image a valuable historical document and a beautiful work of art.
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