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Haymaking 1940s
Haymaking, Scania, Sweden, 1940s. Date: 1940s
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Media ID 7222279
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite 'Haymaking 1940s' Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a simpler era with its stunning depiction of haymaking in Scania, Sweden during the 1940s. The black and white image beautifully captures the essence of rural life, with farmers working together in the fields under the warm sun. Add this timeless piece to your home decor and let the charm of the past enrich your living space.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
_Haymaking in the 1940s: A Timeless Scene of Rural Life_ This evocative image captures the essence of a bygone era in rural Sweden, as farmers and their horses work together to harvest the hayfields of Scania during the 1940s. The scene is one of quiet industry, with the sun casting long shadows over the golden fields and the horses laboring steadily, their breath visible in the cool morning air. The hay cart, piled high with freshly cut hay, is drawn by a team of two strong horses, their coats glistening with sweat from the exertion of the task at hand. The farmer, dressed in traditional work clothes and wearing a broad-brimmed hat to shield him from the sun, stands at the front of the cart, directing the horses with a firm hand and a steady gaze. The haymaking process was an essential part of rural life in the 1940s, and involved cutting the hay when it had reached the perfect stage of ripeness, then allowing it to wilt in the sun for a few days before being raked into windrows and turned to allow the moisture to evaporate. Once the hay had reached the desired dryness, it was loaded into carts and transported to the barn for storage, providing essential fodder for the farm animals throughout the winter months. This image offers a glimpse into the past, a reminder of the hard work and dedication required to sustain rural life in the 1940s, and the deep connection between farmers, their animals, and the land they worked. It is a scene that has changed little over the decades, and continues to be a symbol of the enduring traditions and values of rural communities around the world.
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