Haymaking Collection
"Haymaking: A Timeless Tradition in Draycott, Cotswold Village" Step into the picturesque village of Draycott in the heart of the Cotswolds
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"Haymaking: A Timeless Tradition in Draycott, Cotswold Village" Step into the picturesque village of Draycott in the heart of the Cotswolds, where time seems to stand still. Here at Oldborough Farm, nestled amidst rolling green hills and charming thatched cottages, a timeless tradition unfolds every summer - haymaking. Inspired by "The Siesta, " an exquisite oil painting capturing rural life in 19th-century England by renowned artist The Meridian Line (1888-1889), we delve into the rich history of this age-old practice. Journey back to June during the 15th century as depicted in Hermann Limbourg's masterpiece "The Palace and Sainte-Chapelle" (1939). These artistic creations remind us of how haymaking has been an integral part of our agricultural heritage for centuries. From Waltham Abbey to Mayfield Valley, Farningham to Indal in Gjovik, Norway, farmers have tirelessly worked under the sun's golden rays to gather nature's bounty. In a captivating photograph from early 1900s titled "Off to the Hayfield, " we witness farmworkers setting off on their daily task with determination etched on their faces. Transporting us across continents and eras is another snapshot from Canada's prairies during the same period. "Threshing on the Canadian Prairies" showcases immense fields dotted with hardworking individuals laboriously loading hay onto trailers pulled by tractors. Closer to home lies Branscombe, Devon - a place frozen in time where haymaking rituals have been captured through lenses multiple times. Whether it be images taken probably around 1888 or those from later years like "Haymaking in Branscombe, " they all depict a harmonious blend between man and nature as they work together towards a common goal.