Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > Kent > Grain
A farmer and his horse tethered to 25 year old McCormick Twine Binder with the Appleby
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from TopFoto
A farmer and his horse tethered to 25 year old McCormick Twine Binder with the Appleby
A farmer and his horse tethered to 25 year old McCormick Twine Binder with the Appleby binding attachment, on a field in Gravesend, Kent.
1939
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 10987363
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Cultivation English Rural Life Farming Field Grain Grain Harvest Grain Harvesting Harnesses Harvest Harvesting Heavy Horse Horse Horse Drawn Horse Drawn Reaper Horses Rural Life Tack Work Work Horse Working Working Horse Light Beam Ray Of Light Reaping Sun Beam Sunray
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Farm
> Horses
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Horse
> Related Images
> Arts
> Artists
> T
> John Topham
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Kent
> Grain
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Kent
> Gravesend
> TopFoto
> Nostalgia John Topham's Britain
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, captured by John Topham in 1939, transports us back to the idyllic English countryside during a time of agricultural prosperity. In this image, we see a hardworking farmer and his loyal horse standing proudly next to their trusty companion - a 25-year-old McCormick Twine Binder with the Appleby binding attachment. The scene is set in Gravesend, Kent, where the golden rays of sunlight pierce through the clouds and illuminate the field. The horse stands patiently, harnessed and ready for another day's work as they prepare to harvest grain from this bountiful land. Tethered together by an unbreakable bond forged through years of shared labor, both man and beast epitomize the essence of rural life in early twentieth-century England. This harmonious partnership between human ingenuity and equine strength showcases the reliance on traditional farming methods that were prevalent before modern machinery took over. As we gaze at this remarkable snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of an era when hard work was etched into every furrowed brow and calloused hand. It serves as a poignant reminder of our agrarian roots while honoring those who dedicated their lives to cultivating our sustenance. John Topham's masterful composition captures not only the physicality but also the spirit of these unsung heroes who tirelessly worked under sunlit fields like this one throughout Europeana photography history.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
