Dirty Furring Potatoes With Wooden Plough, Mourne
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Dirty Furring Potatoes With Wooden Plough, Mourne
Dirty Furring Potatoes With Wooden Plough, Mourne - a view of two men in a furrowed field, one operating a horse drawn wooden plough and in the background is the sea. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Down; Mournes). Date: circa early 1900s
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Dirty Drawn Mourne Mournes Operating Plough Potatoes Furring Furrowed
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in County Down, Northern Ireland during the early 1900s. The scene unfolds in the picturesque Mourne Mountains, where two men are deeply engrossed in their work, plowing a furrowed field with a horse-drawn wooden plough. The potato crop, known locally as 'dirty furring,' is a traditional variety that thrived in the region's volcanic soil. The men's faces are etched with determination and focus, as they work in unison to turn the heavy soil, preparing it for the planting of the new potato season. The horse, steadfast and strong, pulls the plough with a sense of purpose, its breath visible in the crisp mountain air. In the background, the vast expanse of the Irish Sea stretches out, its shimmering waters reflecting the clear blue sky. The sea's calming presence adds a sense of tranquility to the otherwise laborious scene. The rugged coastline and the rolling hills of the Mourne Mountains create a breathtaking backdrop, highlighting the stark beauty of the landscape. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an era when the rhythm of the land and the sea shaped the lives of the people who lived and worked there. It serves as a poignant reminder of the connection between the people, their land, and the natural world.
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