Wool and Heather 1 - Image Index | Yenra A Moment from Daily Life: An Irish Girl Knitting by a Stone Wall: The photograph is a black-and-white portrait of an Irish girl sitting in front of a stone wall. She has her hair braided and wears a knitted sweater over a white blouse. With a pair of knitting needles, she is creating a scarf from cream-colored yarn. The background features an outcropping of rocks behind her head with a grassy area visible beyond. A large tree trunk is also partially visible in the distance, adding depth to the scene. The overall tone suggests that this image was taken in Ireland sometime between 1890 and 1938, based on her attire and hairstyle. The photograph exudes a sense of authenticity, capturing an ordinary moment from daily life with its natural lighting and lack of artifice or pose. It serves as a charming window into the past, offering insight into the culture and style of the period.
