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Highland Drovers
Highland drovers eating around a small fire. Their cattle can be seen in the distance
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1848 Cattle Distance Drovers Eating Highland Sheep Shepherds
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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.
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This evocative image captures the daily life of Highland Drovers in Scotland during the 1840s. The photograph, taken in the year 1848, depicts a group of weary but contented drovers gathered around a small fire, taking a break from their arduous journey with their herd of cattle in the distance. The landscape is rugged and untamed, with rolling hills and rocky outcrops providing a challenging terrain for these nomadic farmers. The drovers, dressed in traditional attire, sit on the ground, their faces etched with the lines of hard work and long hours spent tending to their livestock. A dog lies at their feet, keeping a watchful eye on the herd, while a shepherd tends to a few sheep nearby. The simple pleasures of food and warmth around the fire provide a momentary respite from the harsh realities of their livelihood. The image offers a glimpse into the rich history of farming in Britain during this period. Drovers played a crucial role in the agricultural industry, transporting livestock from the Scottish Highlands to markets in England and beyond. The journey was long and arduous, with the drovers and their herds often facing harsh weather and difficult terrain. Despite the challenges, the drovers persevered, relying on their strong bonds with their animals and their fellow travellers to make the journey a success. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of rural communities in Scotland and beyond, and the important role they played in shaping the agricultural landscape of Britain.
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