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The Cranberry Girl. The fruit of the Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos), a prostrate
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The Cranberry Girl. The fruit of the Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos), a prostrate
The Cranberry Girl. The fruit of the Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos), a prostrate shrub native to acid boggy moorlands in Britain, was collected by women and sold in local markets or turned into a preserve for winter use. From The Costume of Yorkshire by George Walker (Leeds, 1814). Hand coloured aquatint
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1814 Acid Aquatint Collected Coloured Costume Cranberry George Girl Hand Leeds Local Markets Native Preserve Shrub Sold Turned Walker Winter Yorkshire Boggy Moorlands Prostrate Vaccinium
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The Cranberry Girl: A Glimpse into British Traditions and Resourcefulness Step back in time with this print titled 'The Cranberry Girl. ' This exquisite hand-coloured aquatint, taken from George Walker's renowned book 'The Costume of Yorkshire' (Leeds, 1814), offers a fascinating insight into the customs of early 19th-century Britain. In this image, we see a young girl proudly holding a basket brimming with the vibrant fruit of the native Cranberry shrub (Vaccinium oxycoccos). Growing in acid boggy moorlands across England, these prostrate shrubs were meticulously collected by women like her. The cranberries they gathered were then sold at local markets or transformed into preserves to sustain families during harsh winter months. This snapshot beautifully encapsulates the resourcefulness and resilience of generations past. It reminds us of their deep connection to nature and their ability to harness its bounties for sustenance. The vivid colours bring alive not only the girl's traditional attire but also the rich hues of these delectable berries that played an essential role in British culinary heritage. As you admire this historical gem from Universal Images Group (UIG), let it transport you to a bygone era when communities relied on nature's gifts for survival. Appreciate how traditions shaped our ancestors' lives and celebrate their ingenuity as they turned humble fruits like cranberries into invaluable sources of nourishment.
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