A Primitive Mountain Slide Car, Co Antrim
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A Primitive Mountain Slide Car, Co Antrim
A Primitive Mountain Slide Car, Co Antrim - man with horse drawn slide car and woman outside a thatched cottage (also a block-wheel cart in the picture). (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim). Date: circa early 1900s
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Media ID 14361333
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Antrim Block Cottage Drawn Primitive Thatched Wheel
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the early 1900s in the picturesque County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The image showcases a man skillfully maneuvering a primitive mountain slide car, pulling a woman in a joyful ride. The setting is idyllic, with a quaint thatched cottage in the background, its whitewashed walls adorned with ivy, and a block-wheel cart parked nearby. The rugged terrain of the mountains in the distance adds to the scene's charm and rustic beauty. The slide car, a simple yet thrilling mode of transportation, is pulled by a strong, sturdy horse, its coat glistening with sweat from the exertion. The woman, dressed in a long, flowing skirt and a high-necked blouse, clings to the man as they descend the mountain path, her laughter echoing through the crisp, fresh air. The horse's ears are pricked forward, and its eyes are bright with focus, demonstrating the trust and connection between man, animal, and the rugged landscape. This photograph is a testament to the simpler times, when life moved at a slower pace, and the joys of nature and human connection were the greatest pleasures. The image transports us back to a time when life was more in harmony with the natural world, and the simple pleasures of life were cherished and celebrated.
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