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Crofting Family Cutting Peat, (b / w photo)
495405 Crofting Family Cutting Peat, (b/w photo) by Valentine, James (1815-1880); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cutting peat for fuel.); Scottish, out of copyright
Media ID 22670304
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Crofters Cutting Fuel Hardship Highlands Impoverished Peat Stacked Tenants Crofting Parents Peats
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In this photograph titled "Crofting Family Cutting Peat" we are transported to the rugged Scottish highlands, where a tenant farming family is hard at work. The image, captured by James Valentine in the 19th century, showcases the harsh realities of rural life and poverty. The scene depicts parents and their children laboriously cutting peat for fuel. Stacked neatly behind them are piles of peats, highlighting their tireless efforts to make ends meet in an impoverished countryside. Despite the breathtaking mountainous backdrop that surrounds them, it is evident that these crofters face immense hardship. The mother stands prominently in the foreground, her weathered face reflecting years of struggle as she wields her tool with determination. The children can be seen assisting their parents, demonstrating resilience beyond their tender years. Valentine's photography skillfully captures not only a moment frozen in time but also serves as a poignant reminder of Scotland's crofting history. It offers us a glimpse into the lives of those who relied on manual labor to survive amidst challenging circumstances. This powerful print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate both the beauty of Scottish landscapes and the strength exhibited by families like this one who worked tirelessly to sustain themselves through generations.
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