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Young peasant woman shearing a sheep, Republic of Estonia
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Young peasant woman shearing a sheep, Republic of Estonia
Young peasant woman shearing a sheep, Republic of Estonia. Date: 1922
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in the Republic of Estonia during the 1920s. The young peasant woman, dressed in traditional clothing, focuses intently on her task of shearing a sheep. Her scarf, wrapped around her head and neck, protects her from the wind and flying wool fibers. The wicker basket at her side will be filled with the freshly shorn wool, which will later be processed into valuable fleece for textile production. The image transports us back in time to a simpler way of life, where people worked in harmony with nature and animals. The racial and ethnic diversity of the Estonian people is evident in the woman's features, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of this Baltic republic. The 1920s were a period of significant change and modernization in Estonia, as the country sought to establish its independence after centuries of foreign rule. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of rural Estonian women, who played a crucial role in farming and animal husbandry. The manual labor depicted in the image is a reminder of the resilience and hard work that characterized the lives of people during this era. Today, this photograph serves as an important historical record, providing insight into the lives of Estonian women and the rural communities of the early 20th century.
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