Cushion : Rasping a Hoof
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Rasping a Hoof
A farrier removing an old horseshoe. Date: 1960s
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Media ID 14110593
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Blacksmith Blacksmiths Farrier Hoof Horseshoe Removing
Cushion
Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the timeless art of farriery as a farrier meticulously rasps an old horseshoe from a horse's hoof in the 1960s. The scene unfolds in a humble stable, filled with the aroma of horseflesh and the faint clink of metal on metal. The farrier, dressed in traditional leather apron and high boots, focuses intently on his work, his expression a blend of concentration and satisfaction. Farriery, the ancient equine practice of shoeing horses to protect their hooves and improve their performance, has a rich history that predates recorded history. Blacksmiths, skilled artisans who worked with iron and metal, were often called upon to shoe horses for various purposes, from labor to war. With the advent of industrialization, the farriery industry evolved, but the essential process remained the same: assessing the horse's hoof and creating a custom-made horseshoe to fit its unique shape and size. In this photograph, the farrier's tools of the trade are scattered around him, including a hammer, anvils, and various sizes of horseshoes. The old horseshoe, now loose from the hoof, lies on the ground, a testament to the horse's previous journeys and the farrier's skill. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the history of this noble craft and the dedication of the farrier who keeps it alive.
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