Greek Countryfolk and elaborate loom
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Greek Countryfolk and elaborate loom
Greek Countryfolk and elaborate loom. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11575617
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Artisan Cloth Cottage Countryfolk Crafts Craftswoman Cretan Crete Elaborate Extended Fabric Frame Grove Loom Manufacturing Mediterranean Olive Textile Weave Weaver Weaves Weaving
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, dated circa 1910s, transports us back in time to a quaint Greek village where the simple pleasures of rural life are on full display. The image features a group of countryfolk, mostly women and children, gathered around an elaborate loom in the heart of an olive grove. The women, dressed in traditional Cretan attire, are deeply engrossed in their craft, weaving intricate patterns into the textile fabric. The extended family, bound by their shared heritage and traditions, work together to create beautiful cloth using the time-honored method of weaving. The children, curious and fascinated, observe their elders with wide-eyed wonder, learning the skills that will be passed down through generations. The elaborate loom, a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Greek people, is a stunning piece of machinery that has been expertly crafted from local materials. Its intricate design and intricate patterns reflect the rich cultural history of the Mediterranean region, where textile manufacturing has long been a vital part of cottage industry. The scene is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when life moved at a slower pace, and the art of weaving was a cherished craft practiced by families in their homes. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the lives of these countryfolk, and the beauty of their traditional craft, which continues to inspire and captivate us to this day.
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