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Hop-picking season in Kent 1901
Summer months were very popular for going to Kent for the annual hop-picking season. People would come from miles around to spend the summer months sleeping in primitive camps for two or three weeks for agreeable and profitable employment. Illustration showing men, women and majority children travelling after midnight, over a period of ten to twelve nights so as not to interfere with ordinary traffic.
1901
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Media ID 23092272
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Accommodation Annual Cultivation Exodus Growing Harvest Harvesters Hoppers Hops Journey Passengers Pickers Picking Season Trains Travelling 1901
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Metal Print of 'Hop-picking Season in Kent 1901' by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to the heart of the hop fields during the summer months, when people from all around the country would travel to Kent for the annual hop-picking season. Spend your days immersed in the vibrant colors and rich history of this iconic scene, as you relive the tradition of sleeping in primitive camps for two or three weeks. Our high-quality Metal Print is not only a beautiful addition to any home or office, but also a durable and long-lasting way to display this stunning piece of history. Experience the charm of the past with our Metal Print collection from Media Storehouse.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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.
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Hop-Picking Exodus to Kent, 1901: A Snapshot of a Bygone Era The summer months of the early 1900s saw an annual mass migration to the picturesque county of Kent, as people from all walks of life answered the call of the hop harvest. This illustration from the Illustrated London News captures the scene of travellers making their way to the hop fields under the cover of darkness. The hop-picking season was a cherished tradition that brought people together from miles around, offering agreeable and profitable employment for two to three weeks. The journey to Kent was an event in itself, with passengers, many of them children, embarking on a ten to twelve-night excursion by train to avoid disrupting regular traffic. The hop industry was a significant part of Britain's agricultural landscape, with the cultivation and harvesting of hops essential for brewing beer. The seasonal workers, known as 'hoppers,' played a crucial role in the hop-growing process, and their arrival marked the beginning of the harvest. The primitive camps that sprung up around the hop fields provided temporary accommodation for the hoppers. The conditions were basic, but the community spirit and camaraderie that developed during the hop-picking season made up for any hardships endured. This illustration offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the annual hop-picking exodus to Kent brought people together for a shared experience that transcended social and economic boundaries. The image of travellers making their way to the hop fields under the cover of darkness remains a poignant reminder of the rich history and traditions that continue to shape our agricultural heritage.
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