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Highland Cattle
11th August 1945: A herd of Highland cattle in the foothills of the Grampian Mountains, Scotland. Kept mainly for their appearance, Highland cattle are too slow growing to provide beef and produce little milk. Farmers often cross Highland cattle with shorthorns, providing good beef cattle with a hardy constitution and a good temperament. Original Publication: Picture Post - 2063 - Highland Cattle: A Northern Idyll - pub. 1945 (Photo by Kurt Hutton/Picture Post/Getty Images)
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Kurt Hutton
Media ID 11818000
1940 1949 Cattle Grampians Herd Human Interest Scotland Scotland Black Scottish Highlands
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Highland Cattle - A Glimpse into Scotland's Untamed Beauty
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. This print transports us back to the enchanting foothills of the Grampian Mountains in Scotland, on a serene summer day in 1945. The lens of Kurt Hutton captures a picturesque scene, showcasing a magnificent herd of Highland cattle grazing peacefully amidst nature's grandeur. These iconic creatures, kept primarily for their striking appearance rather than practicality, embody the rugged charm of the Scottish Highlands. With their long shaggy coats and majestic horns, they epitomize resilience and adaptability to harsh climates. Although slow-growing and not ideal for beef production or milk yield, farmers ingeniously crossbred these Highland cattle with shorthorns to create hardy yet flavorful beef cattle with gentle temperaments. This fusion exemplifies human ingenuity working harmoniously with nature's bounty. The absence of humans in this frame allows us to focus solely on the raw beauty surrounding these animals. The rolling hills stretching as far as the eye can see serve as an awe-inspiring backdrop for this pastoral tableau. Kurt Hutton's timeless photograph evokes a sense of tranquility while encapsulating Scotland's untamed allure. It serves as a testament to both our fascination with capturing fleeting moments in time and our deep-rooted connection to nature's wonders. As we gaze upon this archival masterpiece from Fine Art Storehouse, we are reminded that sometimes it is through simplicity that true magnificence shines brightest –
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