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Horno de Barro - Argentinian Mud Oven
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Horno de Barro - Argentinian Mud Oven
Horno - a mud adobe-built outdoor oven used by Native Americans and early settlers of North America. Originally introduced to the Iberian Peninsula by the Moors, it was quickly adopted and carried to all Spanish-occupied lands. Quite common in the rural areas of Argentina (this example) and Uruguay, from colonial times to the present day, and it is called horno de barro (" mud oven" ). On the reverse of this card is the line " Oven in the camp for making bread etc. etc." ! Date: 1903
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Adobe Argentina Argentinian Baking Bread Cooking Oven Horno
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This photograph, taken in 1903, depicts a traditional Argentinian mud oven, or horno de barro, in rural Argentina. The horno, a mud adobe-built outdoor oven, was introduced to the Iberian Peninsula by the Moors and subsequently carried to Spanish-occupied lands, including Argentina and Uruguay. This particular oven, located in a camp setting, has been used for centuries by Argentineans for baking various dishes, most notably bread. The horno de barro is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of early settlers, who utilized the abundant natural resources at their disposal to create functional and sustainable cooking solutions. The oven's simple yet effective design, which includes a dome-shaped structure made of mud and bricks, allows for even heat distribution and retention, making it an ideal choice for baking in rural areas where access to modern appliances is limited. The reverse of the card bears the inscription "Oven in the camp for making bread etc. etc." This succinct yet descriptive caption highlights the versatility of the horno de barro, which was not only used for baking bread but also for preparing a variety of other dishes. The image of a woman standing beside the oven, likely preparing a meal for her family, adds a personal touch to this historical photograph and underscores the importance of the horno de barro in the daily lives of Argentineans during colonial times and beyond. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past and serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and culinary traditions that continue to thrive in Argentina and Uruguay to this day.
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