Old Salt 1943
by Padre Art
Title
Old Salt 1943
Artist
Padre Art
Medium
Photograph - Photo Art
Description
Portrait of the weather beaten face of an old sailor, with mouth holding his pipe in a habitual grip while experienced eyes peer off into the distance. From an original 1943 OWI photo. All Rights Reserved © 2012 padre art
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September 14th, 2012
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George Cousins
In 1943 I was 12 years old, living in a Nova Scotia fishing town where so many men looked much like this. My Grandfather was a Grand Banks fisherman and I worked with him when he did in-shore fishing in the winter. Brings back wonderful memories of so many men I knew and respected. Thank you!
Padre Art replied:
You're welcome, George! These images are such a window on our past . . . thanks for the comment!