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The winnowing of the grain after threshing, Egypt, 1905. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
The winnowing of the grain after threshing, Egypt, 1905. Here is the next step in the process of harvesting in Egypt, The mixture of broken straw, chaff and grain is tossed into the air by the labourer, and, as the heavier grain falls again to the threshing floor, the chaff and straw are carried away by the wind. Stereoscopic card. Detail. From a series called Egypt Through the Stereoscope, text by James H Breasted
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Ancient Egypt Arab Blowing Breasted Desert Egypt Through The Stereoscope Farmer Grain Harvest Harvesting James Henry James Henry Breasted Keystone Labourer Nile Valley Stereoscopic Stereoscopic Card Threshing Underwood Underwood Valley Wind Winnowing Ancient Egyptian Print Collector7 Stereoscopic Photography
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The Winnowing of the Grain: A Glimpse into Ancient Egyptian Harvesting". This photo print, captured by Underwood & Underwood in Egypt, 1905, offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate process of grain harvesting in ancient times. The image showcases an essential step following threshing - winnowing. In this scene, an Egyptian laborer can be seen skillfully tossing a mixture of broken straw, chaff, and grain into the air. As the wind sweeps through the desert landscape, it carries away the lighter chaff and straw while allowing the heavier grains to gracefully descend back onto the threshing floor. This delicate technique ensured that only pure grains were collected for consumption or storage. The photograph's monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this ancient practice. It transports us back to a time when agriculture was not just about sustenance but also deeply intertwined with cultural traditions and livelihoods. Through stereoscopic photography techniques employed by Underwood & Underwood, viewers are immersed in this historical moment as if standing right beside these hardworking farmers on their land along the Nile Valley. The barren yet majestic desert backdrop serves as a reminder of both nature's beauty and its power over human endeavors. As we observe this remarkable snapshot from Egypt Through the Stereoscope series accompanied by James H Breasted's insightful text, we gain appreciation for those who dedicated their lives to cultivating crops amidst challenging weather conditions. This print is not merely an artifact; it is a testament to humanity's enduring connection with nature and our relentless pursuit of sustenance throughout centuries past.
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