Araire Collection

The Ploughing Match, 1813 (oil on canvas)
WES239431 The Ploughing Match, 1813 (oil on canvas) by Weaver, Thomas (1774-1843); 70x89.5 cm; The Trustees of the Weston Park Foundation

Apostle of Prosperity, engraved by Gustav Fuchs, published 1903 (colour litho)
NYH185435 Apostle of Prosperity, engraved by Gustav Fuchs, published 1903 (colour litho); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Sir Charles Morgan at the Castleton Ploughing Match, 1845 (oil on canvas)
NWP149795 Sir Charles Morgan at the Castleton Ploughing Match, 1845 (oil on canvas) by Mullock, James Flewitt (1818-92); 63.5x76 cm; Newport Museum and Art Gallery

Scenes of sowing and harvesting, from the Tomb of Unsou, East Thebes, New Kingdom (c
XIR238735 Scenes of sowing and harvesting, from the Tomb of Unsou, East Thebes, New Kingdom (c.1555-1080 BC) (pigment on clay) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); height: 68 cm; Louvre, Paris

Ploughing
GG10933 Ploughing by East, Alfred (1849-1913); Private Collection; Photo eGavin Graham Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

American Farm Scene, 1853 (colour litho)
PNP246261 American Farm Scene, 1853 (colour litho) by Palmer, Frances Flora Bond (Fanny) (c.1812-76); Private Collection; Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright

The steel bladed plow (colour litho)
PNP246256 The steel bladed plow (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: invented by John Deere in 1837; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American

Fol. 237r A farmer teaching his son to plough a field (vellum)
XIR156863 Fol.237r A farmer teaching his son to plough a field (vellum) by Spanish School, (13th century); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid

Fol. 59r October: Ploughing (vellum)
XIR161099 Fol.59r October: Ploughing (vellum) by Matfre Ermengaut (d.1322); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid, Spain; French, out of copyright

At the Plough, from a series of four drawings representing the four seasons (pencil
NOR61644 At the Plough, from a series of four drawings representing the four seasons (pencil, pen & brown ink on paper) (see also 61643-5-6) by Gogh

The Furrow, 1897 (oil on canvas)
XIR210485 The Furrow, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Debat-Ponsan, Edouard (1847-1913); 149x200 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Pau, France; French, out of copyright

The Turn-Rice Plough, c. 1909 (oil on canvas)
XYC153926 The Turn-Rice Plough, c.1909 (oil on canvas) by Bevan, Robert Polhill (1865-1925); 66.4x90.2 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

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"Araire: A Journey Through the History of Ploughing" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of araire, as we explore its significance through various artistic masterpieces. From ancient civilizations to modern times, the act of ploughing has played a vital role in shaping our agricultural practices and societies. In "The Ploughing Match, 1813, " an oil on canvas painting, we witness a vibrant depiction of farmers engaging in friendly competition. Their determination and skill are evident as they maneuver their araires across the field, leaving behind neat furrows that promise bountiful harvests. Moving further into biblical times, "The Story of Cain and Abel" portrays not only the symbolic sacrifice but also the tragic consequences that follow. As Cain commits fratricide out of envy for his brother's offering being favored by God, he is banished from society forever. This tale reminds us that even with tools like araires at our disposal, it is essential to cultivate harmony rather than succumb to destructive impulses. Fast forward to 1845 when Sir Charles Morgan graces us with his presence at the Castleton Ploughing Match. The oil on canvas painting captures this prestigious event where aristocracy meets agriculture. Here we see how araire becomes a symbol not just for farming but also for social gatherings and status. Delving deeper into history reveals scenes from ancient Egypt's New Kingdom period (c). On tomb walls depicting sowing and harvesting activities using primitive yet effective wooden plows called araires; these images offer glimpses into an era long gone but still resonating with human ingenuity. Transitioning across continents brings us to America in 1853 through a vivid color lithograph titled "American Farm Scene. " Amidst vast fields stretching towards distant horizons stands a farmer diligently guiding his trusty steel-bladed plow – an innovation revolutionizing agricultural productivity during that time.