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PIG FARM. The hog farmers dog watches while his master feeds the pigs in
The hog farmers dog watches while his master feeds the pigs in what looks suspiciously like a battery pig-stye
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1800 Battery Feeds Master Pigs Watches Stye Suspiciously
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "PIG FARM" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the daily routine of hog farming with an intriguing detail - the farmer's devoted dog keeping watch by his side. The black-and-white photograph subtly conveys the rhythmic cycle of farm life, with the farmer tenderly feeding his pigs in what seems like a battery pig-sty. This framed print, with its authentic and timeless appeal, is perfect for adding character to any room in your home or office. Bring the charm of rural life into your space with the "PIG FARM" framed print from Media Storehouse.
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
A Watchful Canine Companion at the Pig Farm, Circa 1800 This evocative photograph print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to a rural pig farm in the late 1800s. In the foreground, a sturdy farm dog keeps a watchful eye on its master as he goes about his daily chore of feeding the pigs. The expression on the dog's face suggests a deep sense of loyalty and attentiveness, as if it is guarding its human companion and the valuable livestock under his care. The scene is set in what appears to be a battery pig-sty, a farming method popular during the 19th century for raising large numbers of pigs in confined spaces. The rows of pens, each with a single animal, are arranged in a grid-like fashion, creating an almost industrial atmosphere. The pigs, huddled together, seem content as they are fed by their master, their snouts reaching out for the food trough. Despite the seemingly efficient and organized nature of the battery pig-sty, there is an undeniable air of suspicion surrounding this farming practice. Critics of the time argued that the confined living conditions were inhumane and negatively impacted the pigs' health and wellbeing. However, for many farmers, this method was seen as a necessary adaptation to the demands of a growing population and an increasingly industrialized agricultural sector. This historical photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the relationship between man and animal on a working pig farm and shedding light on the agricultural practices of the time. The presence of the watchful farm dog adds a touch of warmth and companionship to an otherwise utilitarian scene, reminding us of the enduring bond between humans and their canine companions.
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