Beekeeper extracting honey, 1890s C017 / 6891
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Beekeeper extracting honey, 1890s C017 / 6891
Beekeeper extracting honey. 19th-century artwork of a beekeeper using machinery to extract honey from honeycombs from a beehive. Bees collect nectar from a wide range of flowering plants, bringing it back to their hive to store it and form honey. The honey is used as food by bee larva, and is also collected by beekeepers for human consumption. The most commonly domesticated bee is the common honey bee (Apis mellifera). This wood engraving dates from circa 1897
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1897 Apiary Apiculture Apis Mellifera Domesticated Extract Extracting Harvest Harvesting Honey Honeycomb Machinery Workshop Beekeeper Beekeeping
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This 19th-century artwork captures a beekeeper in the midst of extracting honey using innovative machinery. The print, dating back to the 1890s, showcases the fascinating relationship between humans and bees throughout history. Bees, known for their diligent work ethic, collect nectar from various flowering plants and store it in their hive to create honey. This golden liquid serves as nourishment for bee larvae and is also harvested by beekeepers for human consumption. The image portrays a Caucasian man engrossed in his task within a workshop setting. The intricate machinery he employs demonstrates the technological advancements of that era, highlighting how humans have harnessed nature's resources through ingenuity. As an illustration steeped in historical significance, it offers insight into the evolution of apiculture – the practice of beekeeping. The monochrome wood engraving exudes an air of authenticity while capturing every detail with precision. It transports viewers back to a time when manual labor was intertwined with scientific exploration and appreciation for nature's wonders. This print from Science Photo Library not only showcases entomological marvels but also provides a glimpse into our shared biological heritage. It reminds us that throughout centuries, mankind has relied on bees' industriousness to sustain ourselves while nurturing these remarkable creatures simultaneously.
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