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Woman with cow cart Portugal - 2
A woman harvesting hay by hand. She loads the cut grass onto a cow cart in the hills near Viana do Castelo, in the Norte Region of Portugal - 2 Date: 1989
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Media ID 19533737
© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
Beast Bullock Burden Cutting Feed Fodder Harvesting Intensive Labour Manual Mature Portugal Portuguese Viana
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the rich tapestry of Portugal's rural heritage with this captivating photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring a woman in the Norte Region, expertly harvesting hay by hand and loading it onto a traditional cow cart, this evocative image from 1989 offers a glimpse into the past. Transport yourself to the rolling hills of Viana do Castelo with this beautifully preserved, rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online. Perfect for adding authentic character to your home or office decor.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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.
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This vintage photograph, taken in 1989, captures the essence of rural life in Portugal's Norte Region. The image portrays a mature woman in traditional clothing, deeply engrossed in the labor-intensive process of harvesting hay by hand. With a determined expression on her face, she meticulously cuts the lush green grass and loads it onto a simple yet sturdy cow cart. The rolling hills of Viana do Castelo provide the idyllic backdrop for this scene, where the pastoral beauty of the landscape is juxtaposed with the raw, manual labor required to sustain it. The woman's connection to the land is palpable, as she works in harmony with the beast of burden – a strong and patient bullock – that will carry the precious fodder to its final destination. The photograph is a poignant reminder of a time when farming was a more intimate and laborious process, where the relationship between man, animal, and nature was deeply interconnected. The image invites us to appreciate the simple pleasures of rural life and the resilience of those who have dedicated their lives to working the land. This evocative piece of vintage photography is not only a visual treasure but also a testament to the enduring spirit of rural communities in Portugal and beyond.
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