Postman on stilts in France, 1880s C017 / 6825
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Postman on stilts in France, 1880s C017 / 6825
Postman on stilts in France. 19th-century artwork of a postman delivering a letter on stilts to a shepherd. Stilt-walking as a way of life was practised by the shepherds of the Landes region in Gascony, south-western France. The stilts enabled them to move rapidly over the often boggy and marshy grounds where they tended their flocks. The staff held by both postman and shepherd would be used to rest on as a seat. This engraving dates from circa 1888
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1888 Agricultural Agriculture Boggy Countryside Delivering Envelope Farm Farming France French Letter Lifestyle Livestock Marshy Staff Stilts Transport Transportation Deliver Flock Of Sheep Gascony Landes Postman Sheepdog Shepherding Stilt Stilt Walking
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This 19th-century artwork captures the unique way of life in the Landes region of Gascony, France. In this enchanting scene, a postman on stilts delivers an important letter to a shepherd tending his flock. Stilt-walking was not only a practical means of transportation but also an integral part of the shepherds' daily routine. The sturdy stilts allowed them to navigate effortlessly through the marshy and boggy grounds where their sheep grazed. Both the postman and shepherd are seen leaning on their staffs, which served as makeshift seats during breaks from their arduous journeys. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke, capturing the essence of rural French life in exquisite monochrome. The shepherd's loyal sheepdog stands faithfully by his side, symbolizing companionship amidst solitude. Dating back to circa 1888, this engraving offers us a glimpse into a bygone era when agriculture played a vital role in shaping communities. It serves as a reminder that even everyday tasks like delivering mail were once carried out with ingenuity and resourcefulness. As we admire this historical masterpiece, let us appreciate the resilience and adaptability exhibited by these hardworking individuals who embraced stilt-walking as more than just a mode of transport - it became an art form that defined their way of life.
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