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Pea Pickers
A scene in the Essex fields, showing green peas being picked, sacked and weighed, ready for market, England
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Media ID 4331446
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10173913
Essex Fields Frumpy Grumpy Peas Picked Pickers Ready Sacked Vegetables Weighed
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Pea Pickers" framed print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the heart of an English countryside scene. Witness the vibrant energy and dedication of the pea pickers as they toil in the fields, expertly selecting ripe peas for sacking and weighing, ready for market. The rich greens of the foliage and the earthy tones of the workers' clothing add depth and texture to this charming tableau. Bring the rustic charm of the English countryside into your home or office with this beautiful framed print, a timeless treasure to be cherished for generations.
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 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this evocative image of pea picking in the lush Essex fields of England during the 1950s. The scene captures the daily routine of rural life, as women in frumpy, practical costumes bend over to pick ripe green peas, their baskets brimming with the fresh produce. The peas are then carefully sacked and weighed, ready for transportation to market. The expression on the face of one of the women suggests the long hours and hard work involved in this labor-intensive process. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of farming in Britain, a country known for its vibrant agricultural traditions. Peas have been a staple crop in Essex for centuries, and the region's fertile soil and mild climate make it ideal for growing this delicious vegetable. The image also serves as a reminder of the importance of community and cooperation in rural life. The women work together, each contributing to the harvest, creating a sense of solidarity and shared purpose. The sacks of peas, once weighed and ready for market, would be transported to buyers, providing a livelihood for the farmers and their families. This photograph is a testament to the resilience and determination of the people who worked the land, and the simple pleasures of rural life. It is a scene that has largely disappeared with the advent of modern farming methods and mechanization, making it all the more valuable as a historical record of a bygone era.
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