Harvesting (Lhermitte)
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Harvesting (Lhermitte)
Men and women at work in the harvest field, taking advantage of fine weather to gather the crop into stooks with wide wooden rakes. Date: 1889
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1889 Advantage Crop Gather Harvest Harvesting Rakes Stooks Taking Wide
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Harvesting (Lhermitte), 1889 - A Scene of Productive Labor in a British Farm This evocative photograph, titled 'Harvesting (Lhermitte)', captures the essence of a productive and communal agricultural endeavor in rural Britain during the late 19th century. The image, taken in 1889, depicts a group of men and women working in unison to gather the ripe crop from the field. The fine weather, with its clear blue sky and golden sunlight, adds to the idyllic atmosphere, providing the perfect conditions for a successful harvest. The men and women in the photograph are seen working diligently, taking full advantage of the favorable weather to bring in the crop. They use wide wooden rakes to gather the wheat or barley, carefully arranging the bundles into neat stooks as they go. The stooks, which are traditional English haystacks, serve as temporary storage for the harvested crops before they are taken to the threshing floor or barn for further processing. The scene exudes a sense of unity and cooperation among the farmers, as they work together to ensure a bountiful harvest. The women, dressed in their traditional attire, add a touch of authenticity to the image, emphasizing the timeless nature of agricultural labor. The photograph is a testament to the hard work and dedication required to sustain the rural communities of Britain during this era. The 'Harvesting (Lhermitte)' photograph is a captivating reminder of the rich agricultural heritage of Britain and the importance of communal labor in the face of nature's unpredictability. It provides a glimpse into the past, offering a unique perspective on the daily lives of farmers and their families during the late 19th century.
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