A Lost Past

in #photofeed6 years ago

Memories from a lost past haunt this abandoned homestead in County Kilkenny, Ireland. Houses like this are scattered all over Ireland due to the incredible historical population collapse. In 1841 the population of the area now covering the Republic of Ireland was over 6.5 million however the Great Famine (Gorta Mór) of 1845 to 1852 or Irish Potato Famine as it is known outside of Ireland, directly caused the deaths of over one million people and a further million more emigrating from Ireland.

By 1871 the population had dropped by over a third to four million, and by 1926 the subsequent economic, social, and political turmoil had further reduced the population down to three million, less than half of the 1841 population. Slowly nature takes back what was once lost to 'progress'.

Rob Downie
Love Life, Love Photography

All images in this post were taken by and remain the Copyright of Robert Downie - http://www.robertdowniephotography.com

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Wow, great picture!
I really like Lost Places, especially when nature takes back the place.
If you are interested in such places, a few days ago I explored the underground sewers of a city center and posted a story on my blog about it... ;-)

These images are so very surreal @intrepidphotos! Thank you for sharing.

It is true that when people forget about where and how we live, nature always ensures that they cleanse themselves for the man. One way or anotherkas.jpg

Excellent, yes there is beauty in the abandoned....

Good pictures for the contest!

A beautiful building, solid stone that is nestled within the land. Built like a cave, with deep window openings. I would love to restore this building :)

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You're creating magic with your photos! Fantastic collection of wonderful images.

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