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Photographic Print : Potato demonstration, Cottons farm. Mr J N Sharrock holding the scales. Mr C
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Potato demonstration, Cottons farm. Mr J N Sharrock holding the scales. Mr C
Potato demonstration, Cottons farm.
Mr J N Sharrock holding the scales. Mr C J Parsons.
6 July 1936
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Media ID 10973387
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Countryside Crop English Rural Life Farmers Field Harvest Hop Picking Hops Pickers Rural Life
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage photograph from TopFoto's Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, titled "Potato demonstration, Cottons farm. Mr J N Sharrock holding the scales. Mr C," captures the essence of agriculture in the 1930s. John Topham's photograph from 6 July 1936 showcases farmers J.N. Sharrock and C.J. Parsons engaged in a potato demonstration, with Sharrock meticulously weighing the produce on the scales. Add this unique, historical piece to your home or office décor and bring a touch of the past into your daily life.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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This print captures a fascinating moment in English rural life during the 1930s. Titled "Potato demonstration, Cottons farm" the image showcases Mr J N Sharrock holding scales while surrounded by the picturesque countryside. Accompanying him is Mr C J Parsons, both men exuding an air of expertise and dedication to their craft. The photograph transports us back to a time between the wars when agriculture played a vital role in European society. The field depicted here was not only home to potatoes but also served as a hub for hop picking, symbolizing the diverse crops that sustained rural communities. John Topham's monochrome composition beautifully encapsulates this era, emphasizing the simplicity and rawness of life on the land. The meticulous attention to detail allows viewers to appreciate every aspect of this scene – from the farmers' weathered hands gripping scales to the bountiful crop waiting patiently in baskets nearby. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of how essential farmers were (and still are) in providing sustenance for our communities. Their tireless efforts and unwavering commitment ensured that no one went hungry during challenging times. Let this evocative photograph serve as a tribute to these unsung heroes who dedicated their lives to cultivating our lands and nourishing generations past.
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