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Victorian Scrap, Scottish Fishwives series
Victorian Scrap, Scottish Fishwives series, with two fishing boats included.
circa 1890
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Victorian Scrap, Scottish Fishwives Series - A Vibrant Scene of Scottish Coastal Life, Circa 1890 This evocative photograph, taken circa 1890, captures the daily life of Scottish fishwives as they go about their work along the country's picturesque coastline. The image, part of the Victorian Scrap, Scottish Fishwives series, presents a lively and colorful tableau, with two fishing boats anchored in the foreground, their striped sails standing tall against the sky. The women, dressed in their traditional attire, are seen busily unloading the catch from the boats, their wicker baskets piled high with fresh fish. Their faces are etched with the determination and strength that comes from a life spent working by the sea. The intricate stripes on their clothing, reminiscent of the boats' sails, add a dynamic visual element to the scene, further emphasizing the connection between the women and their maritime environment. The wickerwork baskets, a common tool used by fishwives to transport their catch, add texture and depth to the image, while the rough, weathered texture of the boats and the rocky shoreline underscore the ruggedness and resilience of the Scottish coastal community. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the lives of these hardworking women and the vital role they played in the Scottish fishing industry during the Victorian era. The series, which includes this image, provides a valuable record of a bygone era, offering a rich and evocative portrayal of the people, culture, and industry of Scotland's coastal communities in the late 1800s.
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