Photographic Print : Gardening tasks, pest control, 1891
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Gardening tasks, pest control, 1891
A couple attend to their plants in a greenhouse, removing greenfly. Date: 1891
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Media ID 14127802
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1891 Control Gardening Greenfly Greenhouse Pest Tasks
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite 'Gardening tasks, pest control, 1891' photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to a bygone era as a couple diligently tends to their precious plants in a greenhouse, meticulously removing greenfly. Experience the charm of the past, and add a touch of history to your home or office decor with this timeless, rights managed print.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Victorian Couple's Gardening Tasks: Pest Control in the Greenhouse, 1891 This photograph, taken in the year 1891, presents a glimpse into the past of gardening tasks and the importance of pest control. The image features a dedicated couple, dressed in Victorian attire, diligently attending to their precious plants in a greenhouse. The man, wearing a waistcoat, trousers, and a bowler hat, carefully examines the foliage, while the woman, adorned in a long dress and apron, removes greenfly from the plants with a small hand tool. Greenhouses were a popular innovation during the Victorian era, allowing gardeners to extend the growing season and cultivate exotic plants that would not thrive in the British climate. However, the enclosed environment also provided an ideal setting for pests, such as greenfly, to flourish. The couple's meticulous efforts to protect their plants from these unwanted intruders demonstrate the dedication and hard work required to maintain a thriving Victorian garden. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its portrayal of the close relationship between the Victorians and their gardens. The greenhouse served not only as a means of extending the growing season but also as a sanctuary, a place where the couple could connect with nature and engage in the therapeutic activity of gardening. The image also highlights the importance of pest control in horticulture, a practice that remains essential to this day. In summary, this photograph captures a moment in time, showcasing the dedication, hard work, and innovation of Victorian gardeners as they tended to their plants in the greenhouse, battling pests such as greenfly to ensure a successful harvest.
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