A woman from Normandy at the well

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A woman from Normandy at the well

A woman from Normandy, France collecting a bucket of water at a well. A yolk rests against the brick surround of the well. Date: circa 1910s

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Bucket Filling Normandy Pump Supply Yolk

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the daily life of a woman from Normandy, France during the 1910s. The woman, dressed in traditional clothing, bends over a well to collect water for her household. The well, a common source of water in rural areas before modern plumbing, is a simple yet essential feature of the landscape. The woman's hands, calloused from labor, deftly maneuver the bucket as she fills it from the well. A yolk rests against the brick surround, perhaps a reminder of the domestic tasks that await her once she returns home. The scene is one of simplicity and self-sufficiency, a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of rural communities in the early 20th century. The image transports us to a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the connection between people and the natural world was more profound. The muted colors and soft focus of the photograph add to the sense of timelessness, making it a beautiful and poignant reminder of the past.

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