Stacking Flax in Hovels to Dry, Co. Antrim
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Stacking Flax in Hovels to Dry, Co. Antrim
Stacking Flax in Hovels to Dry, Co. Antrim - a view of two men in a field stacking bound flaX. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim). Date: circa early 1900s
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in County Antrim, Northern Ireland during the early 1900s. The scene depicts two men in a lush green field, meticulously stacking bundles of flax in a traditional method known as hoveling. The flax, a key crop in the region, had been harvested and bound into shocks before being transported to the drying hovels. The hovels, simple structures made of stone or turf, provided shelter for the flax as it dried, ensuring its quality for spinning and weaving. The men work in harmony, their faces focused and determined, their bodies moving in rhythm with the task at hand. The sun casts a warm glow over the scene, adding to the sense of tranquility and timelessness. The rolling hills and verdant landscape of County Antrim stretch out in the background, a testament to the beauty and richness of the land. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, a reminder of the hard work and dedication required to bring this valuable crop from the field to the spinner's loom.
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