Framed Print : In the foreground a farmer uses a horse drawn harrow whilst behind you can see a

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In the foreground a farmer uses a horse drawn harrow whilst behind you can see a

In the foreground a farmer uses a horse drawn harrow whilst behind you can see a farmer with a horse drawn Suntyne seed drill planting the new crop.
1939

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Media ID 10984616

© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk

Countryside English Rural Life Farm Farming Farm Machinery Farming Field Grain Harnesses Heavy Horse Horse Horse Drawn Horse Drawn Reaper Rural Life Shire Horse Work Work Horse Working Working Horse Europeana Workhorse

21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame

Step back in time with our exquisite framed print, "Farming Scene" by John Topham from TopFoto. This captivating image transports you to a bygone era, with a farmer in the foreground meticulously using a horse-drawn harrow to prepare the land. In the background, another farmer is seen tending to the new crop with a horse-drawn Suntyne seed drill. The rich detail and authenticity of this black and white photograph are beautifully preserved in our high-quality frames, making it an essential addition to any home or office space. Bring history into your living space and relive the charm of rural life.

Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.

Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")

Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, captured by John Topham in 1939, transports us back to the English countryside between the wars. In the foreground, a hardworking farmer can be seen utilizing a horse-drawn harrow, meticulously preparing the fertile soil for planting. The powerful workhorse effortlessly pulls the heavy equipment through the field, showcasing the enduring bond between man and beast. As our gaze shifts towards the background of this monochromatic scene, another farmer is observed with a horse-drawn Suntyne seed drill. With precision and expertise passed down through generations, he carefully plants new crops that hold promises of abundance and sustenance for his community. Topham's lens beautifully captures not only these dedicated farmers but also their reliance on traditional farming methods during an era marked by technological advancements. This snapshot serves as a poignant reminder of how agriculture once relied heavily on horses as indispensable partners in laborious tasks. Through this evocative image, we are transported to an idyllic time when rural life thrived amidst vast fields of grain. It offers us a glimpse into an era where hard work was intertwined with nature's rhythms and where man worked harmoniously alongside majestic creatures like shire horses to cultivate bountiful harvests. This photograph encapsulates both nostalgia for simpler times and admiration for those who tirelessly worked to feed their communities while honoring age-old traditions.

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