Threshing Collection

Boy Asleep in the Hay, 1891-97 (oil on canvas)
5055817 Boy Asleep in the Hay, 1891-97 (oil on canvas) by Anker, Albert (1831-1910); 54.8 x 70.7 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; Swiss, out of copyright

Cross section of a steam thresher

Threshing Wheat
Men threshing wheat at a farm near Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, England, using a Surrells patent compound steam traction engine (mounted on springs)

Scenes of peasant working life, Ireland
These illustrations show women and men engaged in activities such as carding wool, spinning, sowing, threshing, minnowing and scutching

Threshing Machine
Combined Thrashing and Stacking Machine, by Wilkinson, Wright of Boston, Lincolnshire

horse-powered threshing machine
Illustration of a horse-powered threshing machine

Advertisement for various types of steam engine
Advertisement for Robey & Co of Lincoln (Globe Works), London, Liverpool, Edinburgh and Paris, manufacturers of various types of steam engine. circa 1883

LAGONDA ADVERTISEMENT. Poster for Lagonda Agriculture Works in Ohio, featuring farmers and harvesting machinery. Lithograph by Edwin Forbes, c1859

Threshing corn by traction engine
Threshing corn by steam power. Possibly Suffolk Date: circa 1905

Harvest workers near St Davids, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
Harvest workers gathering and threshing near St Davids, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales

A threshing and winnowing machine
3732467 A threshing and winnowing machine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a threshing and winnowing machine by Barrows and Stewart from Banbury. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Garret & Son's portable steam engine driving a threshing machine
3732474 Garret & Son's portable steam engine driving a threshing machine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Garret & Son's portable steam engine driving a threshing machine)

Anglo Saxon agriculture: four-wheel wagon 107, two-wheel wagon 108, plough 109, shovel, scythe and hammer 110, sickle
FLO4702412 Anglo Saxon agriculture: four-wheel wagon 107, two-wheel wagon 108, plough 109, shovel, scythe and hammer 110, sickle, rake and fork 111, harvest cart 112

A barn and threshing floor
3732433 A barn and threshing floor; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a barn and threshing floor. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies threshing and stacking machine
3732435 A Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies threshing and stacking machine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies threshing and stacking machine)

A threshing machine and straw elevator
3732481 A threshing machine and straw elevator; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a threshing machine and straw elevator operated by horses. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A threshing machine designed by William Foster & Co Ltd
3732480 A threshing machine designed by William Foster & Co Ltd; (add.info.: Threshing machine designed by William Foster & Co Ltd)

Threshing with horses
3732478 Threshing with horses; (add.info.: Engraving depicts threshing with horses in Spain. Threshing is a method used to separate grain from (corn or other crops)

Threshing with horses
3732477 Threshing with horses; (add.info.: Engraving depicts threshing with horses in Spain. Threshing is a method used to separate grain from (corn or other crops)

An ancient Egyptian using a threshing board
3732441 An ancient Egyptian using a threshing board; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an ancient Egyptian using a threshing board. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A Wilkinsons, Wright & Co's steam driven threshing and stacking machine
3732436 A Wilkinsons, Wright & Co's steam driven threshing and stacking machine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Wilkinsons, Wright & Co.'s steam driven threshing and stacking machine)

Steam engines and threshing machines at the 1854 Smithfield Show
3732404 Steam engines and threshing machines at the 1854 Smithfield Show; (add.info.: Illustration depicting steam engines and threshing machines at the 1854 Smithfield Show)

Threshing with horses
3732479 Threshing with horses; (add.info.: Engraving depicts threshing with horses in Spain. Threshing is a method used to separate grain from (corn or other crops)

The threshing of corn with oxen and a wooden sledge
3732437 The threshing of corn with oxen and a wooden sledge; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the threshing of corn with oxen and a wooden sledge)

Steam engines and threshing machines at the 1854 Smithfield Show
3740725 Steam engines and threshing machines at the 1854 Smithfield Show; (add.info.: Illustration depicting steam engines and threshing machines at the 1854 Smithfield Show)

Threshing corn using a horse pulling a sledge
864046 Threshing corn using a horse pulling a sledge; (add.info.: Threshing corn using a horse pulling a sledge. Using an ox to raise buckets of water from a well)

Farmer's wife letting out a bull to frighten off agricultural workers attacking a farm, c1830
527849 Farmer's wife letting out a bull to frighten off agricultural workers attacking a farm, c1830. Rick burning and machine wrecking widespread at this time as workers were afraid that

A steam-driven threshing machine
3732468 A steam-driven threshing machine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a steam-driven threshing machine. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A threshing and corn dressing machine
3732466 A threshing and corn dressing machine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a threshing and corn dressing machine. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Threshing of corn on a threshing floor
3732440 Threshing of corn on a threshing floor; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the threshing of corn, on a threshing floor, using a hand flail. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A threshing and winnowing machine
3732434 A threshing and winnowing machine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a threshing and winnowing machine by Barrows and Stewart from Banbury. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Threshing machine by Andrew Meikle, 1811 (engraving)
538521 Threshing machine by Andrew Meikle, 1811 (engraving); (add.info.: Threshing machine by Andrew Meikle (1719-1811) Scottish inventor and millwright. Top: Original form powered by horses

Garret & Son's portable steam engine driving a threshing machine
3732470 Garret & Son's portable steam engine driving a threshing machine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Garret & Son's portable steam engine driving a threshing machine)

Threshing of corn on a threshing floor
3732476 Threshing of corn on a threshing floor; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the threshing of corn, on a threshing floor, using a hand flail. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Threshing with horses
3732439 Threshing with horses; (add.info.: Engraving depicting threshing using horses. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Threshing using a drag pulled by oxen
3732438 Threshing using a drag pulled by oxen; (add.info.: Engraving depicting threshing using a drag pulled by oxen in Syria. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Hand-powered threshing machine by Barrett, Exall & Andrews. These machines were more efficient than the traditional
527927 Hand-powered threshing machine by Barrett, Exall & Andrews. These machines were more efficient than the traditional threshing with flails

Kentish agricultural workers attacking a farm at night, c1830. Ricks were burned and machinery
527874 Kentish agricultural workers attacking a farm at night, c1830. Ricks were burned and machinery, particularly threshing machines

Threshing of corn on a threshing floor
3732475 Threshing of corn on a threshing floor; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the threshing of corn, on a threshing floor, using a hand flail. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Flax-beating at Tidsvilde, Själland, 1887. Creator: Julius Paulsen
Flax-beating at Tidsvilde, Sjalland, 1887

'Battage du ble dans les Ziban; Afrique du nord, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Battage du ble dans les Ziban; Afrique du nord, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Agriculture: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881. Creator: Jules Didier
Agriculture: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

History of wheat: Riddling: Sketch for the school in rue Dombasle, 15th arrondissement of Paris

History of wheat: Threshing: Sketch for the school in rue Dombasle, 15th arrondissement of Paris

Men thrashing, 1800-1900. Creator: Anon
Men thrashing, 1800-1900

The threshing of oats, Clayton, Indiana, south of Indianapolis, 1936 Creator: Dorothea Lange
The threshing of oats. Clayton, Indiana, south of Indianapolis

The threshing of oats, Clayton, Indiana, south of Indianapolis, 1936 Creator: Dorothea Lange
The threshing of oats. Clayton, Indiana, south of Indianapolis

The threshing of oats, Clayton, Indiana, south of Indianapolis, 1936 Creator: Dorothea Lange
The threshing of oats. Clayton, Indiana, south of Indianapolis

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"Preserving Traditions: Threshing - A Glimpse into the Peasant Working Life" Step back in time and witness the age-old practice wheat, a vital part of peasant working life. This captivating cross section of a steam thresher reveals the intricate machinery behind this labor-intensive process. Journey to Ireland, where scenes of hardworking peasants come alive as they tirelessly operate horse-powered threshing machines. The advertisement for various types of steam engines showcases the technological advancements that revolutionized farming practices during this era. Across continents, from St Davids in Pembrokeshire, South Wales to the Canadian Prairies, early 1900s witnessed harvest workers united by their shared task – threshing. As depicted in an enchanting Lagonda Agriculture Works poster featuring farmers from Ohio, these individuals played a crucial role in feeding nations. The vast landscapes of North Dakota and Canada provide a breathtaking backdrop for threshing on the Prairies. In these regions, traction engines powered by determination and innovation were utilized to efficiently separate grain from chaff. Threshing wheat was not merely an occupation; it was an art form passed down through generations. It symbolized resilience and community spirit as neighbors came together to ensure bountiful harvests year after year. As we reflect upon this historical practice, let us appreciate those who dedicated their lives to preserving traditions while embracing progress. Threshing remains a testament to human ingenuity and serves as a reminder that our agricultural heritage continues to shape our present-day world.