Mouse Mat : Bagpiper in the street, Duras, Lot-et-Garonne, France
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Bagpiper in the street, Duras, Lot-et-Garonne, France
Man playing bagpipes in the street, wearing traditional costume, in Duras, Lot-et-Garonne, France.
circa 1969
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Media ID 14394552
© The Japics Historic Photography Collection/Mary Evans
1969 Bagpiper Bagpipes Blow Blowing Duras Garonne Instrument Tradition Wind Musical
Mouse Mat
A high quality photographic print manufactured into a durable wipe clean mouse mat (27x22cm) with a non slip backing, which works with all mice.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18cm (10" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 26.9cm x 21.8cm (10.6" x 8.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of tradition and music in the quaint French town of Duras, Lot-et-Garonne, in the late 1960s. The image features a lone man, deeply engrossed in playing his bagpipes on the cobblestone street. Dressed in full traditional Scottish-style attire, complete with a tartan kilt, waistcoat, and a feathered bonnet, he cuts a striking figure against the backdrop of the old stone buildings. The wind blowing through his long hair and the blowing piping tunes add to the sense of timelessness and nostalgia. The town of Duras, located in the southwestern part of France, has a rich cultural heritage, and this man's performance in the street is a testament to its enduring traditions. The Lot-et-Garonne region is known for its vibrant musical scene, and the bagpipes have long been a cherished instrument in the area. This photograph, taken circa 1969, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a simpler time when music and tradition were an integral part of daily life. The man's intense focus and the melody that wafts through the air create an enchanting scene, inviting us to pause and appreciate the beauty of a moment frozen in time. This photograph, from The Japics Historic Photography Collection, is a treasure trove of history and a reminder of the power of music to connect us to our past and to each other.
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