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Primitive Iron Crusie Lamp
Primitive Iron Crusie Lamp, Type used on the Island of Rathlin and Along the Co. Antrim Coast for Burning Fish Oil - picture of an iron implement. (Location: Ireland). Date: circa early 1900s
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Media ID 14361327
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Along Antrim Burning Implement Iron Lamp Primitive Rathlin
7"x5" Glass Mount
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.7cm x 17.7cm (5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 16.2cm x 20.3cm (6.4" x 8")
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.
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This image showcases a Primitive Iron Crusie Lamp, a traditional fishing implement used along the Co. Antrim Coast and on the Island of Rathlin in Ireland during the early 1900s. The crusie lamp, a type of primitive iron lantern, was employed for burning fish oil to provide light during the long hours spent at sea. The iron implement, with its rough, textured surface and intricate design, exudes an aura of history and tradition. Its simple yet effective design speaks to the resourcefulness and ingenuity of the fishermen who relied on it to navigate the treacherous waters and bring in their catch. The crusie lamp was an essential tool for the fishing communities in this region, where the weather was unpredictable and the nights were long. The lamp's ability to burn fish oil, which was readily available from the abundant fish stocks, made it an ideal solution for providing light in the absence of other sources. The image transports us back in time to a simpler era, where the rhythms of nature and the sea shaped the daily lives of the people. The Primitive Iron Crusie Lamp is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit, and a reminder of the rich maritime heritage that continues to thrive in Ireland's coastal communities.
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